August weather forecastGénova, Guatemala

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Génova, Guatemala, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.6°C (70.9°F) and an average high of 30.9°C (87.6°F).

Temperature

The start of August sees the average high-temperature at a still hot 30.9°C (87.6°F), showing little difference from July's 31.1°C (88°F). In August, Génova encounters an average low-temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F) during the night.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is calculated to be a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. 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. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Génova is 74%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 26.9 days. Throughout August, 182mm (7.17") of precipitation is accumulated. In Génova, Guatemala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 222.6 days and collects up to 1301mm (51.22") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Génova is 12h and 36min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:19 CST.

Sunshine

In Génova, the average sunshine in August is 11.4h.

UV index

January, May, June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Génova. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.