August weather forecastLos Asientos, Panama

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Los Asientos, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 23.6°C (74.5°F).

Temperature

August's presence marks an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.7°C (85.5°F), subtly varied from July's 29.3°C (84.7°F). An average low-temperature of 23.6°C (74.5°F) is recorded during the nights in August in Los Asientos, Panama.

Heat index

The heat index in August is appraised at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Los Asientos, in August, during 28.4 rainfall days, 196mm (7.72") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Los Asientos, Panama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 261.2 days and collects up to 1359mm (53.5") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Los Asientos, 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 06:12 and sunset at 18:28 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.