August weather forecast
Pajonal, Ecuador

August, the last month of the winter in Pajonal, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 19.9°C (67.8°F) and 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Temperature

Transitioning into August, Pajonal experiences an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.8°C (89.2°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. In Pajonal, the average temperature during the nights of August drops to a refreshing 19.9°C (67.8°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is appraised at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Pajonal, during August, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation. In Pajonal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 234.6 days and collects up to 1394mm (54.88") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:20 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Pajonal is 9.3h.

UV index

January through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. 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. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.