August weather forecast
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

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Weather in August

August in Santa Cruz comes with quite a dramatic change in the weather pattern. It sees a spike in rainfall, with precipitations reaching 31mm (1.22"). This transformation results in a landscape that takes on a fresh, vibrant hue. Daily life in the city continues undeterred, with locals and tourists alike embracing the wet spell. Despite the seasonal rains, Santa Cruz, in August, holds its charm, with the enticing combination of warm days and refreshing showers.

Temperature

Santa Cruz marks the arrival of August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.6°C (81.7°F), hardly different from July's 25.8°C (78.4°F). Santa Cruz's nighttime temperatures in August reveal a minimal variation from the daytime highs, averaging at a still moderately hot 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is computed to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). With extended exposure and activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.

Humidity

June through September, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Santa Cruz, in August, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 31mm (1.22") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Santa Cruz, there are 54.1 rainfall days, and 149mm (5.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:46 -01.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Santa Cruz?

August temperatures in Santa Cruz, Cape Verde, vary between a high-temperature of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and a low-temperature of 25.1°C (77.2°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the most humid month in Santa Cruz?

June through September, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Santa Cruz.

What is the average humidity in August in Santa Cruz?

In August, the average relative humidity in Santa Cruz, Cape Verde, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Santa Cruz in August?

In August, in Santa Cruz, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout August, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in August in Santa Cruz?

In August, the average day length in Santa Cruz, Cape Verde, is 12h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Santa Cruz?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of the month, in Santa Cruz, Cape Verde, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:46 -01.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Santa Cruz?

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Santa Cruz?

In Santa Cruz, Cape Verde, the average sunshine duration in August is 7h.

When is the highest UV index in Santa Cruz?

The months with the highest UV index in Santa Cruz are August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

How high is the UV index in August in Santa Cruz?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average temperature in August - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average high temperature in August: 27.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (28.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (23.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 25.1°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (20.9°C).

Average pressure in August
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average pressure in August - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average wind speed in August - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average wind speed in August: 14km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (25.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14km/h).

Average humidity in August
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average humidity in August - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (69%).

Average rainfall in August
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average rainfall in August - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall in August: 31mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (50mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and May (1mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average rainfall days in August - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.7 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average sunshine days in August - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and May (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average UV index in August - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average cloud cover in August - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average cloud cover in August: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in August
Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

Average visibility in August - Santa Cruz, Cape Verde
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Santa Cruz, Cape Verde

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