August weather forecast
Playa Chiquita, Panama

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Playa Chiquita, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.7°C (83.7°F) and min 25.6°C (78.1°F).

Temperature

Playa Chiquita measures an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.7°C (83.7°F) in August, nearly consistent with the preceding month. During the nights of August, Playa Chiquita maintains an almost steady temperature with an average low of 25.6°C (78.1°F).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are April through August and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 25.8 days. Throughout August, 126mm (4.96") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Playa Chiquita, there are 287.1 rainfall days, and 1119mm (44.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Playa Chiquita is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of August, in Playa Chiquita, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:26 EST.

Sunshine

In Playa Chiquita, the average sunshine in August is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Playa Chiquita. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during August translates into the following guidance:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Playa Chiquita?
During August, Playa Chiquita experiences an average high-temperature of 28.7°C (83.7°F) and a low-temperature of 25.6°C (78.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 35°C (95°F).
What is the most humid month in Playa Chiquita?
April through August and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.
What is the average humidity in August in Playa Chiquita?
The average relative humidity in August in Playa Chiquita is 83%.
How much does it rain in Playa Chiquita in August?
In Playa Chiquita, in August, it is raining for 25.8 days, with typically 126mm (4.96") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in August in Playa Chiquita?
In Playa Chiquita, the average day length in August is 12h and 26min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Playa Chiquita?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, in Playa Chiquita, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:26 EST.
How many hours of sunshine does Playa Chiquita have in August?
In Playa Chiquita, Panama, the average sunshine duration in August is 8.2h.
When is the highest UV index in Playa Chiquita?
The months with the highest UV index in Playa Chiquita are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
When is the lowest UV index in Playa Chiquita?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Playa Chiquita, Panama.
What is the UV index reading in August in Playa Chiquita?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Playa Chiquita is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August - Playa Chiquita, Panama
Average temperature in August
Playa Chiquita, Panama
  • Average high temperature in August: 28.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are May, June, July and September (28.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 25.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are June and July (26.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.1°C).

Average pressure in August - Playa Chiquita, Panama
Average pressure in August
Playa Chiquita, Panama
  • Average pressure in August: 1009.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1011mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Playa Chiquita, Panama
Average wind speed in August
Playa Chiquita, Panama
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.1km/h).

Average humidity in August - Playa Chiquita, Panama
Average humidity in August
Playa Chiquita, Panama
  • Average humidity in August: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are April, May, June, July, August and December (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March, September, October and November (82%).

Average rainfall in August - Playa Chiquita, Panama
Average rainfall in August
Playa Chiquita, Panama
  • Average rainfall in August: 126mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (140mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (28mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Playa Chiquita, Panama
Average rainfall days in August
Playa Chiquita, Panama
  • Average rainfall days in August: 25.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (26.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (18.2 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Playa Chiquita, Panama
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Playa Chiquita, Panama
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August - Playa Chiquita, Panama
Average sunshine days in August
Playa Chiquita, Panama
  • Average sunshine days in August: 4.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (3.3 days).

Average UV index in August - Playa Chiquita, Panama
Average UV index in August
Playa Chiquita, Panama
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in August - Playa Chiquita, Panama
Average cloud cover in August
Playa Chiquita, Panama
  • Average cloud cover in August: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in August - Playa Chiquita, Panama
Average visibility in August
Playa Chiquita, Panama
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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