August weather forecast
Chickland, Trinidad and Tobago

August brings about the highest rainfall mark for the year, with a significant 97mm (3.82"). Contrarily, sunshine hours take a dip, marking a shift in the earlier prominent sunny trend. Winds slow down further, shifting the city's weather towards a calmer state.
August retains the July UV index, reinforcing the city's tropical climate feel. Despite the increased rain, the cloud cover decreases to 32%, as clear skies peep more frequently.

Temperature

The beginning of August records an average high-temperature of a hot 30.2°C (86.4°F), marking a negligible difference from July's 29.7°C (85.5°F). August nights in Chickland cool to an average low-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F), a marginal decrease from its daytime equivalent.

Heat index

August's average heat index is calculated to be a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. 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 largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 21.9 days and typically aggregates up to 97mm (3.82") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of August in Chickland, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:15 AST.

Sunshine

August and September, with an average of 11.1h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Chickland.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Chickland are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in August transforms into this advice:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.