August weather forecastSucre, Colombia

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Sucre, Colombia, with an average temperature varying between 23.6°C (74.5°F) and 34.2°C (93.6°F).

Temperature

As July transitions into August, Sucre records an average high-temperature of a still hot 34.2°C (93.6°F), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. Sucre, in August, witnesses an average low-temperature of 23.6°C (74.5°F).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 52°C (125.6°F). Stay watchful: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are likely. Ongoing effort may cause heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly 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.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Sucre, during August, the rain falls for 23.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 148mm (5.83") of precipitation. In Sucre, during the entire year, the rain falls for 258.1 days and collects up to 1299mm (51.14") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:07 -05.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 10.8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during August translates into the following guidance:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. 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. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.