August weather forecastPonedera, Colombia
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Ponedera, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.3°C (77.5°F) and 34°C (93.2°F).Temperature
The onset of August brings with it an average high-temperature of a still tropical 34°C (93.2°F), showing a negligible variation from the month before. The average nighttime temperature lowers to a moderately hot 25.3°C (77.5°F) throughout August.Heat index
August's mean heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 50°C (122°F). Heed: Expect heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continued action may cause heatstroke.Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. 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 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Ponedera, in August, during 20.1 rainfall days, 141mm (5.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated. 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 Ponedera.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 28min.On the first day of August in Ponedera, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:08 -05.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Ponedera is 11.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Ponedera, Colombia, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. 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 risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Average temperature in August
Ponedera, 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
Ponedera, 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
Ponedera, 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
Ponedera, 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
Ponedera, 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
Ponedera, 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
Ponedera, 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
Ponedera, 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
Ponedera, 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
Ponedera, 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
Ponedera, 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
Ponedera, 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).
