August weather forecast
Morales, Peru

The last month of the winter, August, is a hot month in Morales, Peru, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.9°C (87.6°F) and min 18.9°C (66°F).

Temperature

Morales marks the onset of August with an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.9°C (87.6°F), a subtle shift from July's 29.3°C (84.7°F). Morales reports a significant contrast between daytime and nighttime temperatures, with an average low of 18.9°C (66°F) in August.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is calculated to be a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Morales, Peru, is 71%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the least rainfall in Morales. Rain falls for 15.1 days and accumulates 62mm (2.44") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of August in Morales, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:05 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Morales, Peru, is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Morales 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 in Morales. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.