August weather forecastChiriguaná, Colombia
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Chiriguaná, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.2°C (91.8°F) and an average low of 21.4°C (70.5°F).Temperature
August's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.2°C (91.8°F), diverging marginally from July's 33.7°C (92.7°F). Throughout the month of August, the nighttime temperature in Chiriguaná dips to an average of 21.4°C (70.5°F).Heat index
In August, the heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 45°C (113°F). Beware: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are very likely. Heatstroke is imminent with prolonged activity.Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. 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.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.
Humidity
In Chiriguaná, the average relative humidity in August is 71%.Rainfall
In Chiriguaná, in August, during 22.6 rainfall days, 171mm (6.73") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chiriguaná, during the entire year, the rain falls for 234.2 days and collects up to 1514mm (59.61") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 25min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of August, in Chiriguaná, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:03 -05.
Sunshine
July and August, with an average of 11.1h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Chiriguaná are January through June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn 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. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Average temperature in August
Chiriguaná, Colombia
- Average high temperature in August: 33.2°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (34.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (30°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 21.4°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (22.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is November (20.4°C).
Average pressure in August
Chiriguaná, Colombia
- Average pressure in August: 1009.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.6mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Chiriguaná, Colombia
- Average wind speed in August: 4.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (3.9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Chiriguaná, Colombia
- Average humidity in August: 71%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October and November (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (58%).
Average rainfall in August
Chiriguaná, Colombia
- Average rainfall in August: 171mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (278mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (21mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Chiriguaná, Colombia
- Average rainfall days in August: 22.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (27.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Chiriguaná, 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 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Chiriguaná, Colombia
- Average sunshine days in August: 7.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (2.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Chiriguaná, Colombia
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Chiriguaná, Colombia
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 18).
Average visibility in August
Chiriguaná, Colombia
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, October and November (8km).
