August weather forecastVila Chã, Portugal

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Vila Chã, Portugal, with an average temperature varying between 14.8°C (58.6°F) and 27.1°C (80.8°F).

Temperature

The warmest month is August, with an average high-temperature of 27.1°C (80.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 14.8°C (58.6°F).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F). If one endures exposure and continues to be active, it might result in tiredness and heat cramps.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 66%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Vila Chã, during August, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 135.4 rainfall days, and 778mm (30.63") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Vila Chã is 13h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 20:51. On the last day of August, in Vila Chã, Portugal, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 20:09 WEST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 27.1°C (80.8°F) and a low of 14.8°C (58.6°F), August stands out as the warmest month.

In August, in Vila Chã, the average high-temperature is 27.1°C (80.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 14.8°C (58.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).

The months with the lowest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

In Vila Chã, the average relative humidity in August is 66%.

In August, the rain falls for 4.3 days. Throughout August, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Vila Chã, the average day length in August is 13h and 47min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 20:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 20:09 WEST.

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.8h.

June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

In Vila Chã, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Vila Chã, Portugal

  • Average high temperature in August: 27.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 14.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6°C).

Average pressure in August
Vila Chã, Portugal

  • Average pressure in August: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Vila Chã, Portugal

  • Average wind speed in August: 7.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.3km/h).

Average humidity in August
Vila Chã, Portugal

  • Average humidity in August: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (66%).

Average rainfall in August
Vila Chã, Portugal

  • Average rainfall in August: 9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (119mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (8mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Vila Chã, Portugal

  • Average rainfall days in August: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.3 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Vila Chã, Portugal

  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Vila Chã, Portugal

  • Average sunshine days in August: 25.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (11.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Vila Chã, Portugal

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Vila Chã, Portugal

  • Average cloud cover in August: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in August
Vila Chã, Portugal

  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).