August weather forecast
Tres Quebradas, Panama

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Tres Quebradas, Panama, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.6°C (74.5°F) and max 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

Tres Quebradas, Panama, records an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.7°C (85.5°F) as August arrives, nearly mirroring the previous month's climate. The average low-temperature in Tres Quebradas during August nights is a still warm 23.6°C (74.5°F).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is appraised at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Tres Quebradas, during August, the rain falls for 28.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 196mm (7.72") of precipitation. In Tres Quebradas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 261.2 days and collects up to 1359mm (53.5") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:29 EST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. 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. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.