August weather forecastPisté, Mexico

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Pisté, Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.5°C (94.1°F) and min 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Temperature

August's beginning signals an average high-temperature of a still hot 34.5°C (94.1°F), barely different from July's 34.4°C (93.9°F). August nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index for August is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 53°C (127.4°F). Be careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may result from extended activity.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Pisté is 78%.

Rainfall

In Pisté, during August, the rain falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation. In Pisté, during the entire year, the rain falls for 195.8 days and collects up to 599mm (23.58") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of August in Pisté, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 6:10 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Pisté is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Pisté, Mexico, are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during August morphs into the following directions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.