August weather forecast
Nuevo Palmar, Guatemala

August, the last month of the summer in Nuevo Palmar, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.5°C (85.1°F) and 19.4°C (66.9°F).

Temperature

The introduction of August notes a subtle temperature variation to a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F) from July's 29.8°C (85.6°F). An average low-temperature of 19.4°C (66.9°F) is recorded during the nights in August.

Heat index

The heat index value during August is evaluated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Nuevo Palmar, Guatemala, during August, the rain falls for 26.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 217mm (8.54") of precipitation. In Nuevo Palmar, Guatemala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 222.8 days and collects up to 1491mm (58.7") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 36min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:18 CST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11.1h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index in Nuevo Palmar are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.