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
August is the warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 30.6°C (87.1°F) and an average low-temperature of 15°C (59°F).Heat index
In August, the heat index is estimated at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Continuous exposure and activity could induce a sense of tiredness and subsequently, heat cramps.The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 48%, August is the least humid month.Rainfall
July and August are months with the least rain in Penhas da Saúde when the rain falls for 2.5 days and typically aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of rain.Snowfall
January, April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 44min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 20:44. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 20:03 WEST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 11.7h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Penhas da Saúde, Portugal
- Average high temperature in August: 30.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.1°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 15°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.6°C).
Average pressure in August
Penhas da Saúde, Portugal
- Average pressure in August: 1015.9mbar
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
Penhas da Saúde, Portugal
- Average wind speed in August: 9.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.4km/h).
Average humidity in August
Penhas da Saúde, Portugal
- Average humidity in August: 48%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).
Average rainfall in August
Penhas da Saúde, Portugal
- Average rainfall in August: 5mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (70mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (5mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Penhas da Saúde, Portugal
- Average rainfall days in August: 2.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Penhas da Saúde, Portugal
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Penhas da Saúde, Portugal
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Penhas da Saúde, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Penhas da Saúde, Portugal
- Average sunshine days in August: 27.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (14 days).
Average UV index in August
Penhas da Saúde, Portugal
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Penhas da Saúde, Portugal
- Average cloud cover in August: 10
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in August
Penhas da Saúde, Portugal
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, November and December (8km).
