August weather forecast
Guatemala City, Guatemala

In August, Guatemala City experiences a stable climate compared to July, with minor changes in respective meteorological parameters. A stagnant weather pattern can be observed with temperatures, humidity, rainfall, and daylight hours. Sunshine hours show a minor increase despite the elevated rainfall. The slightest decrease in maximum temperature from July can be observed. Guatemala City's weather in August remains part of the notorious wet season.

Temperature

With the onset of August, Guatemala City's average high-temperature clocks in at a still warm 25.5°C (77.9°F), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. Nighttime temperatures in August average to a refreshing 16.5°C (61.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Guatemala City is 80.9%.

Rainfall

In Guatemala City, in August, during 19 rainfall days, 203mm (7.99") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Guatemala City, there are 125.2 rainfall days, and 1275mm (50.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Guatemala City, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:14 CST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 12 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt all important safety measures, unprotected skin may burn rapidly. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.