August weather forecast
Otavalo, Ecuador

August

Weather in August

The weather pattern in August carries forward the streak from July. Otavalo experiences the least rainfall of the year, merely 38mm (1.5"), painting the city in a dry palette. The decrease in humidity coupled with clear skies and extended sunshine hours assure an ideal atmosphere. The abundance of favourable weather conditions contributes to this month’s tourist-friendly climate.

Temperature

Otavalo's August reports an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 17.4°C (63.3°F), exhibiting a minor difference from July. During the month of August, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 7.3°C (45.1°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 18.1 days and typically collects 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:16 -05.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests this advice:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?
In Otavalo, 17.4°C (63.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 7.3°C (45.1°F) is the average low-temperature during August.
What is the average humidity in August?
The average relative humidity in August is 73%.
What is the driest month?
August is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 18.1 days and accumulates 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in August?
In August, in Otavalo, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout August, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Otavalo have in August?
In August, the average day length is 12h and 7min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:16 -05.
How long on average sun shines in August?
The average sunshine duration in August is 9.5h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January, April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4.
What is the UV index reading in August in Otavalo?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in August - Otavalo, Ecuador
Average temperature in August
Otavalo, Ecuador
  • Average high temperature in August: 17.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (17.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (15.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 7.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (8.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7.1°C).

Average pressure in August - Otavalo, Ecuador
Average pressure in August
Otavalo, Ecuador
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.9mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1015mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Otavalo, Ecuador
Average wind speed in August
Otavalo, Ecuador
  • Average wind speed in August: 9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (9.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.2km/h).

Average humidity in August - Otavalo, Ecuador
Average humidity in August
Otavalo, Ecuador
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (72%).

Average rainfall in August - Otavalo, Ecuador
Average rainfall in August
Otavalo, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall in August: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (231mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (38mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Otavalo, Ecuador
Average rainfall days in August
Otavalo, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (30.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (17.6 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Otavalo, Ecuador
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Otavalo, Ecuador
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is November (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and November (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August - Otavalo, Ecuador
Average sunshine days in August
Otavalo, Ecuador
  • Average sunshine days in August: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (8.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and March (0.1 days).

Average UV index in August - Otavalo, Ecuador
Average UV index in August
Otavalo, Ecuador
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, October, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August - Otavalo, Ecuador
Average cloud cover in August
Otavalo, Ecuador
  • Average cloud cover in August: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in August - Otavalo, Ecuador
Average visibility in August
Otavalo, Ecuador
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The month with the highest visibility is August (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (7km).

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