August weather forecast
Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic

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Weather in August

In August, Las Matas de Farfán experiences the wettest period of the year with a high rainfall of 137mm (5.39") extending over almost 27 days. This month proudly claims the highest temperature of the year, peaking at 28.6°C (83.5°F). Moreover, the abundance of cloud coverage provides a shift in the otherwise sunny character of the year. Despite the rains and high humidity, the city's allure remains undiminished, thanks to the consistency in temperature and other weather conditions.

Temperature

Las Matas de Farfán registers the highest average temperatures during the month of August, with peaks of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and lows of 18.2°C (64.8°F).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic, during August, the rain falls for 26.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 137mm (5.39") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 255.5 rainfall days, and 999mm (39.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Las Matas de Farfán is 12h and 45min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 19:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 19:01 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year in Las Matas de Farfán?

With its average high temperature of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and a low of 18.2°C (64.8°F), August is regarded as the warmest month in Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic.

How hot is August in Las Matas de Farfán?

August temperatures in Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic, vary between a high-temperature of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and a low-temperature of 18.2°C (64.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Las Matas de Farfán?

In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in August in Las Matas de Farfán?

In Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic, during August, the rain falls for 26.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 137mm (5.39") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Las Matas de Farfán have in August?

In Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic, the average day length in August is 12h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Las Matas de Farfán?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 19:21. On the last day of the month, in Las Matas de Farfán, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 19:01 AST.

How many hours of sunshine does Las Matas de Farfán have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic, is 9.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Las Matas de Farfán?

The months with the highest UV index in Las Matas de Farfán are March through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Las Matas de Farfán?

In Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic

Average temperature in August - Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic
  • Average high temperature in August: 28.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 18.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (18.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15°C).

Average pressure in August
Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic

Average pressure in August - Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic

Average wind speed in August - Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (8.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic

Average humidity in August - Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and November (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic

Average rainfall in August - Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic
  • Average rainfall in August: 137mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (162mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (13mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic

Average rainfall days in August - Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic
  • Average rainfall days in August: 26.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (27.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic

Average sunshine days in August - Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic
  • Average sunshine days in August: 2.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (2 days).

Average UV index in August
Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic

Average UV index in August - Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic

Average cloud cover in August - Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic
  • Average cloud cover in August: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in August
Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic

Average visibility in August - Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

Las Matas de Farfán, Dominican Republic

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