August weather forecastLas Morenas, Guatemala

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Las Morenas, Guatemala, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.8°C (76.6°F) and max 32.6°C (90.7°F).

Temperature

The dawn of August sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.6°C (90.7°F), subtly contrasting with July's 32.4°C (90.3°F). Throughout August, the average low-temperature dips to a warm 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is calculated to be a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. With ongoing exertion, heatstroke becomes a possibility.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Las Morenas is 71%.

Rainfall

In August, in Las Morenas, the rain falls for 25.5 days. Throughout August, 99mm (3.9") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Las Morenas, there are 190.7 rainfall days, and 718mm (28.27") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Las Morenas, Guatemala, is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:14 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Las Morenas is 11.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Las Morenas, Guatemala. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.

Frequently asked questions

During August, Las Morenas experiences an average high-temperature of 32.6°C (90.7°F) and a low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 43°C (109.4°F).

In Las Morenas, the average relative humidity in August is 71%.

In Las Morenas, Guatemala, in August, it is raining for 25.5 days, with typically 99mm (3.9") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in August is 12h and 34min.

On the first day of August in Las Morenas, Guatemala, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:14 CST.

The average sunshine duration in August in Las Morenas is 11.5h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Las Morenas, Guatemala.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Las Morenas, Guatemala

  • Average high temperature in August: 32.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (33.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (31.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 24.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.7°C).

Average pressure in August
Las Morenas, Guatemala

  • Average pressure in August: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Las Morenas, Guatemala

  • Average wind speed in August: 8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and October (7.5km/h).

Average humidity in August
Las Morenas, Guatemala

  • Average humidity in August: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (60%).

Average rainfall in August
Las Morenas, Guatemala

  • Average rainfall in August: 99mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (159mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (3mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Las Morenas, Guatemala

  • Average rainfall days in August: 25.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (26.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.1 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Las Morenas, Guatemala

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 30min

The months with the most sunshine are April and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Las Morenas, Guatemala

  • Average sunshine days in August: 3.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2 days).

Average UV index in August
Las Morenas, 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
Las Morenas, Guatemala

  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in August
Las Morenas, Guatemala

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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