August weather forecastCouço, Portugal

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Couço, Portugal, with an average temperature varying between 33.7°C (92.7°F) and 16.1°C (61°F).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in August, averaging 33.7°C (92.7°F) and a minimum average of 16.1°C (61°F).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. 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.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. 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. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 54%.

Rainfall

July and August are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.

Daylight

In Couço, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 20:44. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 20:05 WEST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Couço is 11.3h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 7, August is the month with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.