August weather forecastCiénaga, Colombia

August

Weather in August

August presents the city with a slight reprieve despite the rainy season persisting. The rainfall recedes slightly to 156mm (6.14"), hinting at the season's nearing end. The town continues to bask in enhanced daylight hours, making for picturesque sunrises and sunsets despite the season's dominant rainy theme. Temperature fluctuations remain insignificant in Ciénaga, furnishing the city with a continued sense of calm and stability. The weather in August in this Colombian city presents an exciting cocktail of conditions for both humans and nature.

Temperature

Ciénaga's August reports an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.2°C (81°F), exhibiting a minor difference from July. Ciénaga marks an average drop to a still moderately hot 23.2°C (73.8°F) during nighttime in August, following the high of the day.

Heat index

August's average heat index is calculated to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). Staying active during long-term exposure might result in a state of exhaustion and cause heat cramps.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Ciénaga, in August, during 27.1 rainfall days, 156mm (6.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ciénaga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 232.1 days and collects up to 1099mm (43.27") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ciénaga, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

Daylight

In Ciénaga, Colombia, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:07 -05.

Sunshine

In Ciénaga, the average sunshine in August is 10.8h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Ciénaga. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. 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. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

In Ciénaga, 27.2°C (81°F) is the average high-temperature and 23.2°C (73.8°F) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

The months with the highest humidity in Ciénaga, Colombia, are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

In Ciénaga, Colombia, during August, the rain falls for 27.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 156mm (6.14") of precipitation.

In Ciénaga, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

In Ciénaga, Colombia, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.

The average day length in August is 12h and 28min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, in Ciénaga, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:07 -05.

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.8h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Ciénaga.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Ciénaga.

In Ciénaga, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Ciénaga, Colombia

  • Average high temperature in August: 27.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (28.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (26.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 23.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (23.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February and December (22.5°C).

Average pressure in August
Ciénaga, Colombia

  • Average pressure in August: 1009.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Ciénaga, Colombia

  • Average wind speed in August: 9.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (14.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
Ciénaga, Colombia

  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August, September and October (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (70%).

Average rainfall in August
Ciénaga, Colombia

  • Average rainfall in August: 156mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (171mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (10mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Ciénaga, Colombia

  • Average rainfall days in August: 27.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (28.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall days in August
Ciénaga, Colombia

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ciénaga, Colombia

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Ciénaga, Colombia

  • Average sunshine days in August: 2.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Ciénaga, 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
Ciénaga, Colombia

  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in August
Ciénaga, Colombia

  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August, September and October (9km).