August weather forecast
Veracruz, El Salvador

August, the last month of the summer in Veracruz, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.3°C (73.9°F) and an average high of 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

The arrival of August denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F) from July's 32°C (89.6°F). Throughout August, Veracruz records an average temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F) at night.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is computed to be a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

In Veracruz, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In Veracruz, El Salvador, in August, it is raining for 26.2 days, with typically 146mm (5.75") of accumulated precipitation. In Veracruz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200.6 days and collects up to 971mm (38.23") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Veracruz, El Salvador, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of August in Veracruz, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:08 CST.

Sunshine

In Veracruz, El Salvador, the average sunshine in August is 10.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Veracruz are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.