August weather forecast
Monsaraz, Portugal

August, the last month of the summer in Monsaraz, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.7°C (92.7°F) and an average low of 16.9°C (62.4°F).

Temperature

Monsaraz's warmest month, August, registers temperatures that range from a high of 33.7°C (92.7°F) to a low of 16.9°C (62.4°F).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 49%.

Rainfall

In Monsaraz, Portugal, during August, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Monsaraz, there are 95.8 rainfall days, and 310mm (12.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Monsaraz is 13h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 20:39. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 20:00 WEST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 11.4h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 7, August is the month with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.