August weather forecastAchiote, Panama
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Achiote, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 25°C (77°F) and 28.8°C (83.8°F).Temperature
With the onset of August, the average high-temperature registers at a still warm 28.8°C (83.8°F), subtly different from July's 28.4°C (83.1°F). In Achiote, the nightly August temperatures experience a slight descent from daily highs to an average low of 25°C (77°F).Heat index
The heat index for August is calculated to be a torrid 35°C (95°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.
Humidity
In Achiote, the average relative humidity in August is 85%.Rainfall
In Achiote, in August, during 26.3 rainfall days, 132mm (5.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Achiote, there are 292.6 rainfall days, and 1106mm (43.54") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 25min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:29 EST.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 7.1h.UV index
February through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: During August, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Achiote, Panama
- Average high temperature in August: 28.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (29.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.7°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 25°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (25.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February, March and December (24.3°C).
Average pressure in August
Achiote, Panama
- Average pressure in August: 1010.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1011.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1009.7mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Achiote, Panama
- Average wind speed in August: 7.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (13.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Achiote, Panama
- Average humidity in August: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (80%).
Average rainfall in August
Achiote, Panama
- Average rainfall in August: 132mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (142mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (31mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Achiote, Panama
- Average rainfall days in August: 26.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (27.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (20.2 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Achiote, Panama
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Achiote, Panama
- Average sunshine days in August: 3.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (6.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (2.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Achiote, Panama
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Achiote, Panama
- Average cloud cover in August: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 43).
Average visibility in August
Achiote, Panama
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July and August (9km).
