August weather forecastLuruaco, Colombia
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Luruaco, Colombia, with an average temperature varying between 34°C (93.2°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F).Temperature
The beginning of August records an average high-temperature of a still hot 34°C (93.2°F), marking a negligible difference from July's 34.5°C (94.1°F). Luruaco registers a consistent average low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) during August.Heat index
August's average heat index is computed to be a burning hot 50°C (122°F). Precaution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are possible. Heatstroke is a serious risk with continued exertion.In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. 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. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Luruaco, during August, the rain falls for 20.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 141mm (5.55") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 186.6 rainfall days, and 1036mm (40.79") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through August, October through December are months without snowfall in Luruaco.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 28min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:10 -05.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 11.1h.UV index
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 7 in August transforms into this advice:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Average temperature in August
Luruaco, Colombia
- Average high temperature in August: 34°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (35.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (31.6°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 25.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°C).
Average pressure in August
Luruaco, Colombia
- Average pressure in August: 1009.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Luruaco, Colombia
- Average wind speed in August: 8.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (13.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (7.1km/h).
Average humidity in August
Luruaco, Colombia
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October and November (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (63%).
Average rainfall in August
Luruaco, Colombia
- Average rainfall in August: 141mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (215mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (4mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Luruaco, Colombia
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (27 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).
Average snowfall days in August
Luruaco, 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
Luruaco, Colombia
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 30min
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 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Luruaco, Colombia
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (2.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Luruaco, Colombia
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in August
Luruaco, Colombia
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in August
Luruaco, Colombia
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August, September, October and November (9km).
