August weather forecast
Fundación, Colombia

August, the last month of the summer in Fundación, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.8°C (91°F) and min 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Temperature

The advent of August presents an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.8°C (91°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Throughout the month of August, Fundación observes an average nighttime temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is estimated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Fundación is 68%.

Rainfall

In Fundación, in August, it is raining for 22.5 days, with typically 100mm (3.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Fundación, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.3 days and collects up to 736mm (28.98") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Fundación is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:06 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 11.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Fundación are January through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.