August weather forecastLa Troncal, Ecuador

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in La Troncal, is a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.5°C (67.1°F) and 30.2°C (86.4°F).

Temperature

La Troncal experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a tropical 30.2°C (86.4°F) in August, closely aligned with July's 29.4°C (84.9°F). The mean low-temperature during August nights in La Troncal is a refreshing 19.5°C (67.1°F).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is evaluated at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

In La Troncal, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in La Troncal is August, when the rain falls for 9.3 days and typically collects 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:19 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Frequently asked questions

In August, in La Troncal, the average high-temperature is 30.2°C (86.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 19.5°C (67.1°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 36°C (96.8°F).

In La Troncal, Ecuador, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

August is the month with the least rainfall in La Troncal, Ecuador. Rain falls for 9.3 days and accumulates 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.

In La Troncal, in August, it is raining for 9.3 days, with typically 16mm (0.63") of accumulated precipitation.

In La Troncal, Ecuador, the average day length in August is 12h and 2min.

On the first day of August in La Troncal, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:19 -05.

In August, the average sunshine duration in La Troncal, Ecuador, is 9h.

January through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in La Troncal.

In La Troncal, Ecuador, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
La Troncal, Ecuador

  • Average high temperature in August: 30.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (29.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 19.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (22°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (19.5°C).

Average pressure in August
La Troncal, Ecuador

  • Average pressure in August: 1014mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1014mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.4mbar).

Average wind speed in August
La Troncal, Ecuador

  • Average wind speed in August: 7.9km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are August and September (7.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (4.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
La Troncal, Ecuador

  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (69%).

Average rainfall in August
La Troncal, Ecuador

  • Average rainfall in August: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (335mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (16mm).

Average rainfall days in August
La Troncal, Ecuador

  • Average rainfall days in August: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (9.3 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
La Troncal, Ecuador

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
La Troncal, Ecuador

  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (0.3 days).

Average UV index in August
La Troncal, Ecuador

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
La Troncal, Ecuador

  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
La Troncal, Ecuador

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March and April (8km).