August weather forecastEl Giral, Panama

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in El Giral, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.5°C (83.3°F) and min 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

August's advent presents an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.5°C (83.3°F), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. El Giral's nocturnal average in August closely mirrors its daytime temperatures, settling at a still warm 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is appraised at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in El Giral is 85%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 25.8 days. Throughout August, 128mm (5.04") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in El Giral, Panama, there are 266.8 rainfall days, and 1014mm (39.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In El Giral, Panama, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:27 EST.

Sunshine

In El Giral, the average sunshine in August is 7.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in El Giral are 28.5°C (83.3°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 34°C (93.2°F).

In El Giral, the average relative humidity in August is 85%.

In El Giral, in August, it is raining for 25.8 days, with typically 128mm (5.04") of accumulated precipitation.

In El Giral, Panama, the average day length in August is 12h and 25min.

On the first day of August in El Giral, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:27 EST.

In August, the average sunshine duration in El Giral is 7.3h.

January through September and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in El Giral, Panama.

In El Giral, Panama, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
El Giral, Panama

  • Average high temperature in August: 28.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (29.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 25.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (24.8°C).

Average pressure in August
El Giral, Panama

  • Average pressure in August: 1010mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1011.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1009.6mbar).

Average wind speed in August
El Giral, Panama

  • Average wind speed in August: 7.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (15.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.3km/h).

Average humidity in August
El Giral, Panama

  • Average humidity in August: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (80%).

Average rainfall in August
El Giral, Panama

  • Average rainfall in August: 128mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (144mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (17mm).

Average rainfall days in August
El Giral, Panama

  • Average rainfall days in August: 25.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.2 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
El Giral, Panama

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
El Giral, Panama

  • Average sunshine days in August: 4.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (9.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.2 days).

Average UV index in August
El Giral, Panama

  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are October and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
El Giral, Panama

  • Average cloud cover in August: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are July and December (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in August
El Giral, Panama

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).