August weather forecast
Galapa, Colombia

August, the last month of the summer in Galapa, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 32.3°C (90.1°F) and 26.1°C (79°F).

Temperature

The advent of August presents an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.3°C (90.1°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. An average minimum temperature of 26.1°C (79°F) marks the month of August in Galapa.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Vigilance: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. The likelihood of heatstroke increases with continued activity.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

In Galapa, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 18.8 days. Throughout August, 129mm (5.08") of precipitation is accumulated. In Galapa, Colombia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.5 days and collects up to 1010mm (39.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Galapa, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of August in Galapa, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:09 -05.

Sunshine

In Galapa, the average sunshine in August is 11.3h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.