August weather forecastVegachi, Colombia

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Vegachi, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.8°C (65.8°F) and max 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

August brings the highest temperatures, with an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and an average low of 18.8°C (65.8°F).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is computed to be a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Vegachi, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Vegachi, in August, it is raining for 26.8 days, with typically 213mm (8.39") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 326.9 rainfall days, and 2438mm (95.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Vegachi, Colombia, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:06 -05.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

August tends to be the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and a low of 18.8°C (65.8°F).

During August, Vegachi experiences an average high-temperature of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and a low-temperature of 18.8°C (65.8°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 39°C (102.2°F).

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

In August, the rain falls for 26.8 days. Throughout August, 213mm (8.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Vegachi, the average day length in August is 12h and 20min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:06 -05.

With an average of 10.6h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

In Vegachi, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Vegachi, Colombia

  • Average high temperature in August: 30.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is November (27.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 18.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and May (19.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°C).

Average pressure in August
Vegachi, Colombia

  • Average pressure in August: 1011.4mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1011.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February, November and December (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Vegachi, Colombia

  • Average wind speed in August: 4.7km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (4.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May, October and November (4.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Vegachi, Colombia

  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Vegachi, Colombia

  • Average rainfall in August: 213mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (274mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (101mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Vegachi, Colombia

  • Average rainfall days in August: 26.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (30.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (24.4 days).

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

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Vegachi, Colombia

  • Average sunshine days in August: 3.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (6.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (0.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Vegachi, Colombia

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is October (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Vegachi, Colombia

  • Average cloud cover in August: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in August
Vegachi, Colombia

  • Average visibility in August: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, July and August (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, September, October, November and December (7km).