August weather forecastCerro Largo, Panama

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Cerro Largo, 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

With August's arrival, Cerro Largo notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.6°C (85.3°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month. Cerro Largo in August anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is computed to be a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

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

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 Cerro Largo, Panama, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:31 EST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.