August weather forecastLa Macarena, Colombia

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in La Macarena, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.3°C (68.5°F) and max 29°C (84.2°F).

Temperature

La Macarena records an average high-temperature of a still warm 29°C (84.2°F) in August, closely mirroring the climate of the previous month. La Macarena reports an average low-temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) during the nights of August.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In La Macarena, in August, during 26.6 rainfall days, 147mm (5.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 300.1 rainfall days, and 1896mm (74.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:59 -05.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in La Macarena, Colombia. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.