August weather forecastOria Arriba, Panama

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Oria Arriba, Panama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.6°C (85.3°F) and 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Temperature

Oria Arriba marks the start of August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.6°C (85.3°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from July's 29.5°C (85.1°F). The nights of August anticipate an average low-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is computed to be a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

July through October, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are the most humid months.

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 06:13 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:28 EST.

Sunshine

In Oria Arriba, 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 in Oria Arriba, Panama. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.