August weather forecast
Ozatlán, El Salvador

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Ozatlán, El Salvador, with an average temperature varying between 23°C (73.4°F) and 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

Ozatlán marks the onset of August with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F), a subtle shift from July's 31.9°C (89.4°F). During August, Ozatlán sees a mean low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F).

Heat index

August's heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Ozatlán, during August, the rain falls for 26 days and regularly aggregates up to 165mm (6.5") of precipitation. In Ozatlán, El Salvador, during the entire year, the rain falls for 206.2 days and collects up to 1242mm (48.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of August, in Ozatlán, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:05 CST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11h.

UV index

January through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in August translates into these instructions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.