August weather forecastEl Rodeo, Guatemala

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in El Rodeo, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.7°C (87.3°F) and min 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Temperature

El Rodeo greets August with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.7°C (87.3°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. El Rodeo registers a consistent average low-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F) during August.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is appraised at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In El Rodeo, Guatemala, during August, the rain falls for 27 days and regularly aggregates up to 162mm (6.38") of precipitation. In El Rodeo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 226.8 days and collects up to 1216mm (47.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of August, in El Rodeo, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:20 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 11h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in El Rodeo are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in El Rodeo are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in August, in El Rodeo, is 30.7°C (87.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to 24.3°C (75.7°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 38°C (100.4°F).

In August, the average relative humidity in El Rodeo, Guatemala, is 74%.

In El Rodeo, in August, it is raining for 27 days, with typically 162mm (6.38") of accumulated precipitation.

In El Rodeo, the average day length in August is 12h and 37min.

On the first day of August in El Rodeo, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:20 CST.

The average sunshine duration in August in El Rodeo, Guatemala, is 11h.

The months with the highest UV index in El Rodeo are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In El Rodeo, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average high temperature in August: 30.7°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 (29.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 24.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (25.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and December (22.2°C).

Average pressure in August
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average pressure in August: 1012.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.6mbar).

Average wind speed in August
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average wind speed in August: 7.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (63%).

Average rainfall in August
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average rainfall in August: 162mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (244mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (6mm).

Average rainfall days in August
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average rainfall days in August: 27 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average sunshine days in August: 1.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (0.6 days).

Average UV index in August
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average UV index in August: 7

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

Average cloud cover in August
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in August
El Rodeo, Guatemala

  • Average visibility in August: 9km

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