August weather forecast
Gramalote, Colombia

August, the last month of the summer in Gramalote, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.3°C (91.9°F) and an average low of 20.1°C (68.2°F).

Temperature

The warmest period tends to be August, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 33.3°C (91.9°F) and a low of 20.1°C (68.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is calculated to be a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance 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.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 54%, August is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Gramalote, during August, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation. In Gramalote, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.2 days and collects up to 478mm (18.82") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Gramalote, Colombia, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of August, in Gramalote, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 17:59 -05.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Gramalote is 11.4h.

UV index

April, May, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.