August weather forecast
San José del Guaviare, Colombia

Weather in August, for San José del Guaviare, is mostly accommodating with a further increase in temperature to an average high of 29°C (84.2°F). Rainfall continues its downward trend, introducing the early inklings of the dryer weather. Sunshine hours vault significantly, leading to an increase in day length. The wind obtains a gentle speed, pairing nicely with milder temperature variations. The percentage of cloud cover decreases, revealing more of the fantastic open azure above.

Temperature

San José del Guaviare's weather in August displays an average high-temperature of a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), showing minor disparity from July's 27.3°C (81.1°F). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 20.3°C (68.5°F) in August.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in San José del Guaviare is 87%.

Rainfall

In San José del Guaviare, during August, the rain falls for 26.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 147mm (5.79") of precipitation. In San José del Guaviare, during the entire year, the rain falls for 300.1 days and collects up to 1896mm (74.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

In San José del Guaviare, Colombia, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:55 -05.

Sunshine

In San José del Guaviare, the average sunshine in August is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.