August weather forecastLas Tablas, Panama

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Las Tablas, Panama, with an average temperature varying between 23.6°C (74.5°F) and 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

Las Tablas notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F) in August, hardly diverging from July. In August, Las Tablas reports a consistent average low-temperature of 23.6°C (74.5°F) during the nights.

Heat index

For August, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Las Tablas, in August, during 28.4 rainfall days, 196mm (7.72") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 261.2 rainfall days, and 1359mm (53.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

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 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:29 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August 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. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.