August weather forecast
Nuevo Progreso, Guatemala

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Nuevo Progreso, Guatemala, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.6°C (70.9°F) and max 30.9°C (87.6°F).

Temperature

With the arrival of August, Nuevo Progreso's average high-temperature registers at a still hot 30.9°C (87.6°F), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. Nuevo Progreso's nighttime temperature in August drops to an average of 21.6°C (70.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is computed to be a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In Nuevo Progreso, in August, during 26.9 rainfall days, 182mm (7.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nuevo Progreso, during the entire year, the rain falls for 222.6 days and collects up to 1301mm (51.22") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Nuevo Progreso, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:20 CST.

Sunshine

In Nuevo Progreso, 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. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.