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

August's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a still warm 25.5°C from July's 25.4°C. Guatemala City experiences an average temperature drop to an enjoyable 16.5°C during August nights.

Humidity

In Guatemala City, the average relative humidity in August is 80.9%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 19 days. Throughout August, 203mm of precipitation is accumulated. In Guatemala City, Guatemala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.2 days and collects up to 1275mm of precipitation.

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, in Guatemala City, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:14 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Guatemala City is 6.2h.

UV index

February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Guatemala City. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 12 during August morphs into the following directions:
Ensure every key safety measure. People with light skin might sustain burns in fewer than 5 minutes. 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. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.