August weather forecast
Flora, Suriname

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Flora, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.1°C (75.4°F) and max 31°C (87.8°F).

Temperature

In August, the average high-temperature is practically the same as in July - a still hot 31°C (87.8°F). In Flora, in August, the average low-temperature is 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is calculated to be a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel', 'felt air temperature', 'feels like', or 'apparent temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. Additional factors like metabolic differences, clothing, wind, and activity influence one's weather impression. 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 especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
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. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Flora, during August, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Flora, there are 268.5 rainfall days, and 1061mm (41.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Flora, Suriname, is 12h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of August, in Flora, Suriname, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:48 -03.

Sunshine

In Flora, the average sunshine in August is 9.3h.

UV index

February, March, June through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Flora. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in August interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. 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. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in August in Flora?

In August, in Flora, Suriname, the average high-temperature is 31°C (87.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 24.1°C (75.4°F). in August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 41°C (105.8°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Flora?

The average relative humidity in August in Flora is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August in Flora?

In Flora, during August, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Flora have in August?

The average day length in August is 12h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Flora?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:48 -03.

How long on average sun shines in August in Flora?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Flora, Suriname, is 9.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Flora?

The months with the highest UV index in Flora are February, March, June through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

How high is the UV index in August in Flora?

In Flora, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Flora, Suriname

Average temperature in August - Flora, Suriname
  • Average high temperature in August: 31°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (28.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 24.1°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are October and November (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.8°C).

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Average pressure in August
Flora, Suriname

Average pressure in August - Flora, Suriname
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.2mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1012.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Flora, Suriname

Average wind speed in August - Flora, Suriname
  • Average wind speed in August: 10.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (14.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.4km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Flora, Suriname

Average humidity in August - Flora, Suriname
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (77%).

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Average rainfall in August
Flora, Suriname

Average rainfall in August - Flora, Suriname
  • Average rainfall in August: 66mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (156mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (34mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Flora, Suriname

Average rainfall days in August - Flora, Suriname
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (28.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (13.5 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Flora, Suriname

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Flora, Suriname
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and April (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Flora, Suriname

Average sunshine days in August - Flora, Suriname
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and May (1 days).

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Average UV index in August
Flora, Suriname

Average UV index in August - Flora, Suriname
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, April, May and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in August
Flora, Suriname

Average cloud cover in August - Flora, Suriname
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in August
Flora, Suriname

Average visibility in August - Flora, Suriname
  • 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).

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