Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
August
Weather in August
Temperature
The shift into August reveals an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), closely mirroring July's climate. A modest nighttime temperature average of 26.8°C (80.2°F) characterizes August.Heat index
The average heat index in August is estimated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 24 days. Throughout August, 146mm (5.75") of precipitation is accumulated. In Pendales, during the entire year, the rain falls for 210.6 days and collects up to 1115mm (43.9") of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 27min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of August, in Pendales, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:12 -05.
Sunshine
In Pendales, the average sunshine in August is 11h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the average humidity in August?
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How long on average sun shines in August?
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When is the lowest UV index?
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Average temperature in August
Pendales, Colombia
- Average high temperature in August: 30.8°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February, June and July (31.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are October and November (29.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 26.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.8°C).
Average pressure in August
Pendales, Colombia
- Average pressure in August: 1009.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.9mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Pendales, Colombia
- Average wind speed in August: 12km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (22km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (10.9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Pendales, Colombia
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is November (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Pendales, Colombia
- Average rainfall in August: 146mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (221mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (3mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Pendales, Colombia
- Average rainfall days in August: 24 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (28.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Pendales, Colombia
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min
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 0min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Pendales, Colombia
- Average sunshine days in August: 4.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (1.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Pendales, 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
Pendales, Colombia
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in August
Pendales, Colombia
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is October (9km).
