August weather forecast
El Dorado, Trinidad and Tobago

August, the last month of the summer in El Dorado, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 26.1°C (79°F).

Temperature

August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. El Dorado maintains a near steady average temperature of 26.1°C (79°F) during the nights of August, demonstrating little drop from daytime highs.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is computed to be a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to 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.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in El Dorado is 78%.

Rainfall

In El Dorado, in August, during 22.2 rainfall days, 110mm (4.33") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In El Dorado, during the entire year, the rain falls for 194.8 days and collects up to 640mm (25.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in El Dorado is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of August in El Dorado, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:15 AST.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year in El Dorado, with an average of 11.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in El Dorado are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in El Dorado. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.