August weather forecast
El Guabo, Panama

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in El Guabo, Panama, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and an average low of 22.8°C (73°F).

Temperature

With the transition into August, El Guabo notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F), closely resembling July. During the month of August, the temperature falls to an average of 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

August's average heat index is estimated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. 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 meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 26.8 days and typically aggregates up to 228mm (8.98") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in El Guabo is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:29 EST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in El Guabo is 7.4h.

UV index

July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. 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. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.