August weather forecastApartadó, Colombia
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Apartadó, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.1°C (71.8°F) and an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F).Temperature
The warmest period is August, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and a low of 22.1°C (71.8°F).Heat index
August's average heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 89%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall in Apartadó. Rain falls for 30.1 days and accumulates 341mm (13.43") of precipitation.Daylight
In Apartadó, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of August, in Apartadó, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:14 -05.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Apartadó, Colombia, is 7.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Apartadó are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. The months with the lowest UV index in Apartadó are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Apartadó, Colombia
- Average high temperature in August: 29.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are April and May (29.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 22.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (22.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are November and December (21.5°C).
Average pressure in August
Apartadó, Colombia
- Average pressure in August: 1010.2mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May, August and September (1010.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (1009.6mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Apartadó, Colombia
- Average wind speed in August: 4.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (4km/h).
Average humidity in August
Apartadó, Colombia
- Average humidity in August: 89%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (86%).
Average rainfall in August
Apartadó, Colombia
- Average rainfall in August: 341mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (341mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (98mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Apartadó, Colombia
- Average rainfall days in August: 30.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (26.1 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Apartadó, Colombia
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Apartadó, Colombia
- Average sunshine days in August: 0.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are October and November (0.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Apartadó, Colombia
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Apartadó, Colombia
- Average cloud cover in August: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
Average visibility in August
Apartadó, Colombia
- Average visibility in August: 6km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (7km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6km).
