August weather forecast
Zawata, West Bank

August continues the summer trend in Zawata, albeit with a slightly higher average maximum temperature of 30.8°C (87.4°F). These are the dog days of summer, with the heat persisting throughout the day and night. Despite being the period of highest temperatures, the month is characterized by a slight decrease in daylight hours. At the tail end of the summer, the weather starts to adjust, in anticipation of the fall season. By September, the scorching heat begins to abate, marking the start of the transitioning weather.

Temperature

Zawata's temperatures peak on average in August, reaching 30.8°C (87.4°F) at their highest and 23.9°C (75°F) at their lowest.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is appraised at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Zawata, rain does not fall in July and August.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 19min.
On the first day of August in Zawata, 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 Zawata, the average sunshine in August is 12.1h.

UV index

June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.