August weather forecastRocafuerte, Ecuador

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Rocafuerte, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.6°C (67.3°F) and an average high of 28.9°C (84°F).

Temperature

The advent of August brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.9°C (84°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Rocafuerte throughout August, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 19.6°C (67.3°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to 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.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

In Rocafuerte, in August, during 4.9 rainfall days, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 185.1 rainfall days, and 544mm (21.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Rocafuerte is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:24 -05.

Sunshine

August and September, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Rocafuerte. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rocafuerte, Ecuador, are 28.9°C (84°F) and 19.6°C (67.3°F) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

The average relative humidity in August in Rocafuerte is 75%.

In August, in Rocafuerte, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout August, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Rocafuerte, Ecuador, the average day length in August is 12h and 5min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:24 -05.

August and September, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Rocafuerte.

In Rocafuerte, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.6h.

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

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Rocafuerte, Ecuador.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Rocafuerte, Ecuador, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Rocafuerte, Ecuador

  • Average high temperature in August: 28.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are April and May (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 19.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (22.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (19.6°C).

Average pressure in August
Rocafuerte, Ecuador

  • Average pressure in August: 1012.1mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are August, September and October (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Rocafuerte, Ecuador

  • Average wind speed in August: 7.8km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are October and November (8.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (5.5km/h).

Average humidity in August
Rocafuerte, Ecuador

  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (69%).

Average rainfall in August
Rocafuerte, Ecuador

  • Average rainfall in August: 9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (132mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and September (6mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Rocafuerte, Ecuador

  • Average rainfall days in August: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (26.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.9 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Rocafuerte, Ecuador

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 6min

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

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 36min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Rocafuerte, Ecuador

  • Average sunshine days in August: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (1 days).

Average UV index in August
Rocafuerte, Ecuador

  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Rocafuerte, Ecuador

  • Average cloud cover in August: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in August
Rocafuerte, Ecuador

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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