August weather forecast
Chitre, Panama

August in Chitre witnesses a similar weather pattern to July, with only minor alterations in temperature and rainfall. The city is abuzz with life, embracing the rainy season and accompanying greenery. Slightly more rainfall from 148mm (5.83") in July to 196mm (7.72") increases the humidity. Therefore, travelers should be prepared for a bit of high humidity and consistent showers during August.

Temperature

August's presence in Chitre marks an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.7°C (85.5°F), subtly varied from July's 29.3°C (84.7°F). Chitre, during August nights, observes an average temperature of 23.6°C (74.5°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is evaluated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Chitre, the average relative humidity in August is 85%.

Rainfall

In Chitre, during August, the rain falls for 28.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 196mm (7.72") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 261.2 rainfall days, and 1359mm (53.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Chitre is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:29 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Chitre are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.