August weather forecastPotrerillos Arriba, Panama

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Potrerillos Arriba, Panama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27°C (80.6°F) and 20.1°C (68.2°F).

Temperature

Upon the onset of August, Potrerillos Arriba witnesses an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27°C (80.6°F), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. August brings an average low-temperature of 20.1°C (68.2°F) to Potrerillos Arriba.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 30°C (86°F). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 81%.

Rainfall

In Potrerillos Arriba, Panama, during August, the rain falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 137mm (5.39") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 223.7 rainfall days, and 1306mm (51.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Potrerillos Arriba is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:38 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Potrerillos Arriba is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Updated: Feb 2, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 27°C (80.6°F) and 20.1°C (68.2°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

The average relative humidity in August is 81%.

In Potrerillos Arriba, in August, during 18.9 rainfall days, 137mm (5.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In August, the average day length in Potrerillos Arriba, Panama, is 12h and 24min.

On the first day of August in Potrerillos Arriba, Panama, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:38 EST.

The average sunshine duration in August in Potrerillos Arriba, Panama, is 8h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Potrerillos Arriba.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Potrerillos Arriba, Panama.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Potrerillos Arriba is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J August S O N D

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August

Sep

Average high temperature

26.9°C

27°C

26.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.3km/h

4.4km/h

3.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

11.4

11.2

6.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Potrerillos Arriba, Panama

Average high temperature in August: 27°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (25.7°C).

Average low temperature in August: 20.1°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and September (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°C).

Average pressure in August
Potrerillos Arriba, Panama

Average pressure in August: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Potrerillos Arriba, Panama

Average wind speed in August: 4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (3.6km/h).

Average humidity in August
Potrerillos Arriba, Panama

Average humidity in August: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Potrerillos Arriba, Panama

Average rainfall in August: 137mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (253mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and March (20mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Potrerillos Arriba, Panama

Average rainfall days in August: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (26 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.3 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Potrerillos Arriba, 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 36min).

Average sunshine in August: 8h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Potrerillos Arriba, Panama

Average sunshine days in August: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (4.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Potrerillos Arriba, Panama

Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).