August weather forecastMenchaca, Panama
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Menchaca, Panama, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.6°C (85.3°F) and an average low of 22.4°C (72.3°F).Temperature
The transition from July to August sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.6°C (85.3°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. Menchaca in August anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F).Heat index
In August, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are July through October, with an average relative humidity of 88%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 30.3 days and typically aggregates up to 309mm (12.17") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 22min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:31 EST.
Sunshine
In Menchaca, the average sunshine in August is 7.3h.UV index
July, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. 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. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Menchaca, Panama
- Average high temperature in August: 29.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (34.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (29.2°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 22.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°C).
Average pressure in August
Menchaca, Panama
- Average pressure in August: 1010.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.9mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Menchaca, Panama
- Average wind speed in August: 4.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (4.2km/h).
Average humidity in August
Menchaca, Panama
- Average humidity in August: 88%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August, September and October (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (65%).
Average rainfall in August
Menchaca, Panama
- Average rainfall in August: 309mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (309mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (11mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Menchaca, Panama
- Average rainfall days in August: 30.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (31 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.3 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Menchaca, Panama
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Menchaca, Panama
- Average sunshine days in August: 0.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is February (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (0.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Menchaca, Panama
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July, August, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Menchaca, Panama
- Average cloud cover in August: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 18).
Average visibility in August
Menchaca, Panama
- Average visibility in August: 6km
The months with the highest visibility are February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August, September, October and November (6km).
