August weather forecast
Ponuga, Panama

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Ponuga, Panama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.6°C (85.3°F) and 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Temperature

The beginning of August records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.6°C (85.3°F), marking a negligible difference from July's 29.5°C (85.1°F). In the month of August, Ponuga experiences an average low-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

August's heat index is estimated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 30.3 days and accumulates 309mm (12.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ponuga, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:32 EST.

Sunshine

In Ponuga, Panama, 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.