Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
August
Weather in August
Temperature
In Alcains, August is the month with the highest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 32.8°C (91°F) and a low of 17.1°C (62.8°F).Heat index
During August, the heat index is estimated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Humidity
The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 44%.Rainfall
July and August are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 1.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of rain.Snowfall
In Alcains, snow does not fall in February through December.Daylight
In Alcains, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 43min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 20:43. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 20:02 WEST.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Average temperature in August
Alcains, Portugal
- Average high temperature in August: 32.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (32.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.6°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 17.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (17.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.9°C).
Average pressure in August
Alcains, Portugal
- Average pressure in August: 1015.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1023mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.2mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Alcains, Portugal
- Average wind speed in August: 9.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.3km/h).
Average humidity in August
Alcains, Portugal
- Average humidity in August: 44%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (44%).
Average rainfall in August
Alcains, Portugal
- Average rainfall in August: 3mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (60mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (3mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Alcains, Portugal
- Average rainfall days in August: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Alcains, Portugal
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Alcains, Portugal
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and March (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Alcains, Portugal
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Alcains, Portugal
- Average sunshine days in August: 28.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (16.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Alcains, Portugal
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Alcains, Portugal
- Average cloud cover in August: 8
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in August
Alcains, Portugal
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).
