August weather forecastArjona, Colombia
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Arjona, Colombia, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.3°C (90.1°F) and min 25.4°C (77.7°F).Temperature
Arjona's shift from July to August is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.3°C (90.1°F), a slight deviation from 32.7°C (90.9°F). Arjona reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 25.4°C (77.7°F) in August.Heat index
In August, the heat index is appraised at a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Prudent: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Heatstroke becomes imminent with sustained exertion.Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Arjona is 78%.Rainfall
In Arjona, in August, during 24.1 rainfall days, 117mm (4.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Arjona, during the entire year, the rain falls for 239.1 days and collects up to 1062mm (41.81") of precipitation.Daylight
In Arjona, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 27min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:11 -05.
Sunshine
In Arjona, the average sunshine in August is 11.1h.UV index
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Arjona. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Average temperature in August
Arjona, Colombia
- Average high temperature in August: 32.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (34.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (30.7°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 25.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (25.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (24.5°C).
Average pressure in August
Arjona, Colombia
- Average pressure in August: 1009.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1009.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.8mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Arjona, Colombia
- Average wind speed in August: 8.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (13.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and October (8km/h).
Average humidity in August
Arjona, Colombia
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October and November (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (66%).
Average rainfall in August
Arjona, Colombia
- Average rainfall in August: 117mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (187mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (7mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Arjona, Colombia
- Average rainfall days in August: 24.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (29.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Arjona, Colombia
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Arjona, Colombia
- Average sunshine days in August: 6.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (0.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Arjona, Colombia
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in August
Arjona, Colombia
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 17).
Average visibility in August
Arjona, Colombia
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is October (9km).
