The last month of the summer,
August, is also a sweltering month in
Seville,
Spain, with average temperature fluctuating between 20.4°C (68.7°F) and 35.5°C (95.9°F).
Temperature
In Seville, the average high-temperature in August is essentially the same as in
July - a still sweltering 35.5°C (95.9°F). In August, the average low-temperature is 20.4°C (68.7°F).
Heat index
In August, the average heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 41.1°C (106°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. 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 'feels like', 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature', or 'real feel', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Additional factors like activity, pregnancy, clothing, and wind affect individual temperature impact. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. If the body can not disperse the excessive heat and body temperature reaches conditions of hyperthermia, above 37.5°C (99.5°F) to 38.3°C (100.9°F), thermal conditions are potentially life-threatening.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Seville is 48%.
Rainfall
In Seville, during 0.5 rainfall days, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 50.4 rainfall days, and 539mm (21.22") of precipitation is accumulated.
Daylight
In Seville, the average length of the day in August is 13.6h.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Seville, Spain, is 10.6h.
UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index in Seville. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to the UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 9 translate into the following recommendations:
Take special precautions, as unprotected eyes and skin can be burned and damaged quickly. 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. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. A broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ should be liberally applied and re-applied every two hours, and immediately after an outdoor workout or a swim.