August weather forecastOcaña, Colombia

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Ocaña, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.3°C (86.5°F) and 19°C (66.2°F).

Temperature

The arrival of August denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to a still hot 30.3°C (86.5°F) from July's 30°C (86°F). Ocaña records a steady low-temperature average of 19°C (66.2°F) during August.

Heat index

August's mean heat index is evaluated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

In Ocaña, the average relative humidity in August is 66%.

Rainfall

In Ocaña, in August, it is raining for 23.7 days, with typically 142mm (5.59") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ocaña, there are 269.6 rainfall days, and 1529mm (60.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ocaña, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:01 -05.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in August, in Ocaña, is 30.3°C (86.5°F) and the average low-temperature is 19°C (66.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 35°C (95°F).

In August, the average relative humidity is 66%.

In Ocaña, in August, during 23.7 rainfall days, 142mm (5.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Ocaña, the average day length in August is 12h and 23min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:01 -05.

The month with the most sunshine in Ocaña is August, with an average of 11.3h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in August is 11.3h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Ocaña, Colombia

  • Average high temperature in August: 30.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (30.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are October and November (28.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 19°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (19.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°C).

Average pressure in August
Ocaña, Colombia

  • Average pressure in August: 1011mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and June (1011.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Ocaña, Colombia

  • Average wind speed in August: 4.3km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (5.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and October (4km/h).

Average humidity in August
Ocaña, Colombia

  • Average humidity in August: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (63%).

Average rainfall in August
Ocaña, Colombia

  • Average rainfall in August: 142mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (249mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (28mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Ocaña, Colombia

  • Average rainfall days in August: 23.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (27.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (13.3 days).

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

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Ocaña, Colombia

  • Average sunshine days in August: 4.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (2 days).

Average UV index in August
Ocaña, Colombia

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Ocaña, Colombia

  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The months with the most cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in August
Ocaña, Colombia

  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).