August weather forecast
Iskenderun, Turkey

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Iskenderun, Turkey, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and an average low of 25.7°C (78.3°F).
An excellent water temperature of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and only 3.7 rainfall days, with 19mm (0.75") of accumulated rainfall, makes August a prime for swimming and other water activities.

Temperature

August, marked by an average high-temperature of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and a low-temperature of 25.7°C (78.3°F), is the warmest month.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is computed to be a blistering 40°C (104°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In August, in Iskenderun, Turkey, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout August, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 94.2 rainfall days, and 728mm (28.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The month with the warmest seawater in Iskenderun is August, with an average sea temperature of 28.5°C (83.3°F).
Note: Engaging in water activities, such as swimming or diving, in temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) is very pleasurable for extended periods, without any discomfort.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Iskenderun is 13h and 31min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 19:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 19:04 +03.

Sunshine

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