August weather forecast
Cambutal, Panama

Just like July, August in Cambutal witnesses moderate temperatures alongside a high humidity quotient due to the peak monsoon season. Even though consecutive rainy days can be expected throughout this month, the mornings often dawn with a beautiful mist enveloping the city. The heavy rainfall during August encourages copious growth of flora, showcasing Cambutal in its most naturally verdant state. The highest rainfall in a year, recorded at 309mm (12.17"), is experienced this month. With the departure of August, the monsoon starts to recede, gradually leading to an influx of sunshine hours.

Temperature

Cambutal transitions into August recording an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.6°C (85.3°F), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. Throughout August in Cambutal, a steady low-temperature average of 22.4°C (72.3°F) is noted.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is evaluated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Cambutal is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:29 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Cambutal, Panama, is 7.3h.

UV index

July, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Cambutal. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.