August weather forecastCelmira, Panama

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Celmira, Panama, with an average temperature varying between 29.4°C (84.9°F) and 23°C (73.4°F).

Temperature

The transition into August marks the average high-temperature at a still moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F), differing minimally from July's 29.7°C (85.5°F). In the month of August, Celmira records a consistent average low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In Celmira, Panama, the average relative humidity in August is 82%.

Rainfall

In August, in Celmira, the rain falls for 20.2 days. Throughout August, 206mm (8.11") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 217.9 rainfall days, and 1377mm (54.21") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Celmira, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 23min.
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 is 8.1h.

UV index

August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Celmira. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.