August weather forecastBoró, Panama

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Boró, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.6°C (85.3°F) and min 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Temperature

The shift from July to August is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.6°C (85.3°F), not significantly different from the 29.5°C (85.1°F) of July. The average low-temperature, in August, in Boró, is a pleasant 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

July through October, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are the most humid months in Boró.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 30.3 days and typically aggregates up to 309mm (12.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Boró, Panama, is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:33 EST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Boró is 7.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are July, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.