August weather forecast
Atacames Canton, Ecuador

Even as August takes over, Atacames Canton, Ecuador sees an unchanging climate, similar to the preceding cycle of July. However, the rainfall metric witnesses a decrease of 18mm (0.71") compared to the prior month. By now, the overall atmosphere is almost void of heavy rain, pushing August in the list of the driest months. September forecasts suggest this dry spell is likely to endure. Hence, the importance of sun protection carries on, considering the unchanging high UV index.

Temperature

July through December are identified as the coldest months, with an average high-temperature of 28°C (82.4°F).

Rainfall

In Atacames Canton, in August, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 34mm (1.34") of accumulated precipitation. In Atacames Canton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137 days and collects up to 1185mm (46.65") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater in Atacames Canton are January, March, April, July through December, with an average sea temperature of 26°C (78.8°F).
Note: Swimming, diving, and other water activities in temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are highly enjoyable and provide prolonged comfort without unease.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Atacames Canton, Ecuador, is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:23 -05.

Sunshine

August through December, with an average of 2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Atacames Canton.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Atacames Canton are January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 during August translates into the following directions:
Adopt every vital precaution, unprotected skin and eyes may burn rapidly. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or above should be applied generously and reapplied every two hours and right after any outdoor activity or swim. Caution! The Sun's UV rays become stronger due to reflections from water and sand.