August weather forecast
Khafji, Saudi Arabia

August can be considered as a spitting image of July when it comes to Khafji's weather pattern; however, the temperature sees a minor dip. Particularly, this month features the highest sea temperature of 32.7°C (90.9°F), providing the perfect condition for various waterborne activities. Keeping with the summer spirit, August days brim with abundant sunshine, hardly sprouting any cloud. The wind calm down a bit, injecting a dose of comfort in the otherwise heated environment. Protective measures against UV rays must continue, with indices as high as 9.

Temperature

Khafji's weather in August indicates an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 38.9°C (102°F), nearly consistent with the 39.2°C (102.6°F) of July. In Khafji, August's low temperatures hover around a tropical 34°C (93.2°F), reflecting a minor decrease from the daytime highs.

Heat index

August's mean heat index is computed to be a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Keep guard: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued activity increases the risk of heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In Khafji, the average relative humidity in August is 42%.

Rainfall

In Khafji, rain does not fall in June through September.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 32.7°C (90.9°F), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Khafji, Saudi Arabia.
Note: For many swimmers, waters with temperatures rising above 30°C (86°F) might not be as cooling.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Khafji is 13h and 8min.
On the first day of August in Khafji, Saudi Arabia, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:08 +03.

Sunshine

With an average of 12.5h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Khafji.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Khafji, Saudi Arabia, are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 9 translates into these guidelines:
Take extra precautions. Protection against sun damage is required. 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. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or above should be applied generously and reapplied every two hours and right after any outdoor activity or swim. Warning! Sand and water reflections boost the intensity of UV exposure.