August weather forecast
Nisf Jubayl, West Bank

August retains the heat intensity of July but exhibits slightly cooler nights. The relief from the northern winds is negligible due to a dip to lows of 11.3km/h (7mph). Being the last of the arid summer months, August sees just 1mm (0.04") of rain, a minimal change from the preceding month. The weather highlights include clear visibility, maximum daylight hours, and the highest ultra-violet index of the year. As the hot summer days of August end, a transition towards lower temperatures begins.

Temperature

August is the month when Nisf Jubayl experiences its warmest temperatures, averaging a high of 31.1°C (88°F) and a low of 23.9°C (75°F).

Heat index

The heat index for August is appraised at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

January through June, August through December are months with rainfall in Nisf Jubayl, West Bank. August is the first month it rains. Throughout August, in the average 1.2 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 75.4 rainfall days, and 244mm (9.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Nisf Jubayl, West Bank, is 13h and 19min.
On the first day of August in Nisf Jubayl, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 19:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 19:04 EEST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 12h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during August leads to these advisories:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.