August weather forecast
Caluco, El Salvador

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Caluco, El Salvador, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.1°C (71.8°F) and an average high of 30°C (86°F).

Temperature

As August unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a still hot 30°C (86°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Caluco in August anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is computed to be a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In Caluco, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Caluco, in August, it is raining for 22.2 days, with typically 119mm (4.69") of accumulated precipitation. In Caluco, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.9 days and collects up to 832mm (32.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Caluco is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of August, in Caluco, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:10 CST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11.1h.

UV index

June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Caluco. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Caluco during August?
In Caluco, 30°C (86°F) is the average high-temperature and 22.1°C (71.8°F) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 37°C (98.6°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Caluco?
In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.
How much does it rain in Caluco in August?
In Caluco, El Salvador, in August, it is raining for 22.2 days, with typically 119mm (4.69") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Caluco have in August?
In August, the average day length is 12h and 34min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Caluco?
On the first day of August in Caluco, El Salvador, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:10 CST.
How many hours of sunshine does Caluco have in August?
In August, the average sunshine duration in Caluco, El Salvador, is 11.1h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Caluco?
The months with the lowest UV index in Caluco are June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index intensity in August in Caluco?
In Caluco, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in August - Caluco, El Salvador
Average temperature in August
Caluco, El Salvador
  • Average high temperature in August: 30°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (28.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 22.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°C).

Average pressure in August - Caluco, El Salvador
Average pressure in August
Caluco, El Salvador
  • Average pressure in August: 1011.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Caluco, El Salvador
Average wind speed in August
Caluco, El Salvador
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.1km/h).

Average humidity in August - Caluco, El Salvador
Average humidity in August
Caluco, El Salvador
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (64%).

Average rainfall in August - Caluco, El Salvador
Average rainfall in August
Caluco, El Salvador
  • Average rainfall in August: 119mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (161mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Caluco, El Salvador
Average rainfall days in August
Caluco, El Salvador
  • Average rainfall days in August: 22.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.7 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Caluco, El Salvador
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Caluco, El Salvador
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August - Caluco, El Salvador
Average sunshine days in August
Caluco, El Salvador
  • Average sunshine days in August: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (4.4 days).

Average UV index in August - Caluco, El Salvador
Average UV index in August
Caluco, El Salvador
  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August - Caluco, El Salvador
Average cloud cover in August
Caluco, El Salvador
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 37).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in August - Caluco, El Salvador
Average visibility in August
Caluco, El Salvador
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is October (9km).

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