August weather forecast
Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago

Despite being in the latter half of the year, August brings an increase in the highest temperature, reaching 29.7°C (85.5°F). In tandem with the temperature, August also features the highest rainfall volume of 110mm (4.33"), marking the peak of the rainy season. Although rainfall is notable, the month surprisingly carries fewer rainy days than July. August can be described as a month with a reasonably high number of sunshine days despite the rain. Stone-hearted to the climatic variation, the UV index continues to be static at 7, making Piarco a phenomenon to experience in August.

Temperature

The initiation of August records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. Throughout August, Piarco's nights experience a slight temperature dip to a still moderately hot 26.1°C (79°F).

Heat index

The heat index for August is calculated to be a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In Piarco, Trinidad and Tobago, in August, it is raining for 22.2 days, with typically 110mm (4.33") of accumulated precipitation. In Piarco, during the entire year, the rain falls for 194.8 days and collects up to 640mm (25.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:15 AST.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.1h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.