August weather forecast
Medellin, Colombia

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Weather in August

August weather in Medellin continues the trend set by July with an exceptionally sunny and dry phase. The month receives a notable amount of sunlight with lesser cloud cover as compared to the previous months. The windy conditions persist, granting a gentle respite from the high temperatures. Highest temperatures in a year are observed, climbing up to 23.8°C (74.8°F). September brings minor changes in the weather pattern.

Temperature

In Medellin, Colombia, the month of August registers the highest temperatures, averaging 23.8°C (74.8°F) at the peak and 11.3°C (52.3°F) at the lowest.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Medellin, during August, the rain falls for 27.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 170mm (6.69") of precipitation. In Medellin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 340.2 days and collects up to 2682mm (105.59") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Medellin, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of August, in Medellin, Colombia, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:09 -05.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.1h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Medellin.

UV index

January, March, April, June through August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Guarding against sun damage is counselled. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months in Medellin?

August, having an average high-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 11.3°C (52.3°F), is the warmest month in Medellin, Colombia.

What is the usual temperature for Medellin in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 23.8°C (74.8°F) and 11.3°C (52.3°F) respectively.

What are the least humid months in Medellin?

The months with the lowest humidity in Medellin, Colombia, are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in August in Medellin?

In Medellin, Colombia, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August in Medellin?

In Medellin, in August, during 27.8 rainfall days, 170mm (6.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Medellin have in August?

In Medellin, Colombia, the average day length in August is 12h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Medellin?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, in Medellin, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:09 -05.

What month has the most sunshine in Medellin?

With an average of 10.1h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in August in Medellin?

The average sunshine duration in August in Medellin, Colombia, is 10.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Medellin?

January, March, April, June through August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August in Medellin?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Medellin, Colombia, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Medellin, Colombia

Average temperature in August - Medellin, Colombia
  • Average high temperature in August: 23.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is November (20.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 11.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (13°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (11.3°C).

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Average pressure in August
Medellin, Colombia

Average pressure in August - Medellin, Colombia
  • Average pressure in August: 1011.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1012mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Medellin, Colombia

Average wind speed in August - Medellin, Colombia
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (4.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (2.8km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Medellin, Colombia

Average humidity in August - Medellin, Colombia
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (79%).

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Average rainfall in August
Medellin, Colombia

Average rainfall in August - Medellin, Colombia
  • Average rainfall in August: 170mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (348mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (129mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Medellin, Colombia

Average rainfall days in August - Medellin, Colombia
  • Average rainfall days in August: 27.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (30.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (25.4 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Medellin, Colombia
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Medellin, Colombia

Average sunshine days in August - Medellin, Colombia
  • Average sunshine days in August: 0.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (3.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (0.2 days).

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Average UV index in August
Medellin, Colombia

Average UV index in August - Medellin, Colombia
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, March, April, June, July, August and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, May, September, October and November (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in August
Medellin, Colombia

Average cloud cover in August - Medellin, Colombia
  • Average cloud cover in August: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 46).

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Average visibility in August
Medellin, Colombia

Average visibility in August - Medellin, Colombia
  • Average visibility in August: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (6km).

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Medellin, Colombia

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