August weather forecastBreñón, Panama

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Breñón, Panama, with an average temperature varying between 23°C (73.4°F) and 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Temperature

Breñón experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F) in August, closely aligned with July's 29.7°C (85.5°F). Throughout August, the average low-temperature in Breñón records at a still warm 23°C (73.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is appraised at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 82%.

Rainfall

In Breñón, in August, during 20.2 rainfall days, 206mm (8.11") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Breñón, Panama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 217.9 days and collects up to 1377mm (54.21") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Breñón, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:39 EST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Breñón, Panama, is 8.1h.

UV index

August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.