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 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
Weather in August
Temperature
With average high temperatures of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and lows of 24.2°C (75.6°F), August is the warmest month.Heat index
The average heat index in August is appraised at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Exhaustion might be the outcome of enduring exposure and continuous activity, with a risk of heat cramps.One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are June through September, with an average relative humidity of 70%.Rainfall
In Petra, in August, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 4mm (0.16") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 73.4 rainfall days, and 101mm (3.98") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 41min.On the first day of August in Petra, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 21:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 20:20 CEST.
Sunshine
In Petra, the average sunshine in August is 10.6h.UV index
July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Petra. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 7 in August translates into these instructions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Average temperature in August
Petra, Spain
- Average high temperature in August: 27.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (13.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 24.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (10.5°C).
Average pressure in August
Petra, Spain
- Average pressure in August: 1015.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1014.6mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Petra, Spain
- Average wind speed in August: 13.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (20km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (12.2km/h).
Average humidity in August
Petra, Spain
- Average humidity in August: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is April (74%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August and September (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Petra, Spain
- Average rainfall in August: 4mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (17mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Petra, Spain
- Average rainfall days in August: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (10.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (2.8 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Petra, Spain
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Petra, Spain
- Average sunshine days in August: 26.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Petra, Spain
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
Petra, Spain
- Average cloud cover in August: 12
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in August
Petra, Spain
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
Petra, Spain
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