August weather forecastLa Enea, Panama

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in La Enea, Panama, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and an average low of 23.6°C (74.5°F).

Temperature

The transition from July to August sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. La Enea observes an average low-temperature of 23.6°C (74.5°F) during August nights.

Heat index

August's mean heat index is computed to be a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

In La Enea, the average relative humidity in August is 85%.

Rainfall

In La Enea, in August, it is raining for 28.4 days, with typically 196mm (7.72") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 261.2 rainfall days, and 1359mm (53.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In La Enea, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:29 EST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in La Enea, Panama, is 7.8h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in La Enea. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.