August weather forecastTolú, Colombia

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Tolú, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 31.9°C (89.4°F) and 25°C (77°F).

Temperature

The shift into August records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.9°C (89.4°F), subtly varied from July's 32.3°C (90.1°F). During August, an average low-temperature of 25°C (77°F) is observed in Tolú.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is estimated at a blistering 44°C (111.2°F). Be cautious: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are predicted. Heatstroke is a possible consequence of continuous physical effort.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Tolú, Colombia, is 80%.

Rainfall

In Tolú, in August, it is raining for 23.3 days, with typically 120mm (4.72") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Tolú, Colombia, there are 234.4 rainfall days, and 904mm (35.59") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Tolú, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of August in Tolú, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:11 -05.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Tolú is 10.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in August transforms into this advice:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature in Tolú, Colombia, during August is 31.9°C (89.4°F) and the low-temperature is 25°C (77°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 44°C (111.2°F).

In August, the average relative humidity in Tolú is 80%.

In Tolú, in August, during 23.3 rainfall days, 120mm (4.72") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Tolú, Colombia, the average day length in August is 12h and 26min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:11 -05.

In August, the average sunshine duration in Tolú is 10.7h.

The months with the highest UV index in Tolú 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 in Tolú.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Tolú is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Tolú, Colombia

  • Average high temperature in August: 31.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (34.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are October and November (30.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 25°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.2°C).

Average pressure in August
Tolú, Colombia

  • Average pressure in August: 1009.2mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1009.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Tolú, Colombia

  • Average wind speed in August: 8.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and June (7.9km/h).

Average humidity in August
Tolú, Colombia

  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (67%).

Average rainfall in August
Tolú, Colombia

  • Average rainfall in August: 120mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (162mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (7mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Tolú, Colombia

  • Average rainfall days in August: 23.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (29.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).

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

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Tolú, Colombia

  • Average sunshine days in August: 5.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (1.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Tolú, 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
Tolú, Colombia

  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in August
Tolú, Colombia

  • Average visibility in August: 9km

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