August weather forecast
Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

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Weather in August

August showcases the gradual transition from the wet to the dry season in Quetzaltenango. Rainfall persists, albeit at a less intense rate than the previous months of the rainy season. While cloudy days and high humidity remain consistent, a slightly lower temperature pattern emerges. Indicative of the city's climatic changes is an air pressure slightly higher than the past couple of months. Sunshine hours do increase but only marginally, hinting at the looming dry season.

Temperature

As July transitions into August, Quetzaltenango records an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 21.9°C (71.4°F), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. During August, the average low-temperature is a moderate 13.1°C (55.6°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Quetzaltenango, in August, it is raining for 28 days, with typically 267mm (10.51") of accumulated precipitation. In Quetzaltenango, during the entire year, the rain falls for 263.6 days and collects up to 2061mm (81.14") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of August, in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:18 CST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Quetzaltenango is 9.9h.

UV index

January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Quetzaltenango in August?

In Quetzaltenango, 21.9°C (71.4°F) is the average high-temperature and 13.1°C (55.6°F) is the average low-temperature during August.

What is the average humidity in August in Quetzaltenango?

In August, the average relative humidity is 83%.

How much does it rain in Quetzaltenango in August?

In August, the rain falls for 28 days. Throughout August, 267mm (10.51") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in August in Quetzaltenango?

In August, the average day length is 12h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Quetzaltenango?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, in Quetzaltenango, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:18 CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Quetzaltenango have in August?

In Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Quetzaltenango?

The months with the highest UV index in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, are January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in August in Quetzaltenango?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Quetzaltenango, Guatemala, is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

Average temperature in August - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
  • Average high temperature in August: 21.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (23.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (20.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 13.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.2°C).

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Average pressure in August
Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

Average pressure in August - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
  • Average pressure in August: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1012.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

Average wind speed in August - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (4.1km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

Average humidity in August - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
  • Average humidity in August: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (69%).

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Average rainfall in August
Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

Average rainfall in August - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
  • Average rainfall in August: 267mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (372mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (14mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

Average rainfall days in August - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
  • Average rainfall days in August: 28 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and October (29.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

Average sunshine days in August - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
  • Average sunshine days in August: 1.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (13.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (0.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

Average UV index in August - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in August
Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

Average cloud cover in August - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
  • Average cloud cover in August: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 19).

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Average visibility in August
Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

Average visibility in August - Quetzaltenango, Guatemala
  • Average visibility in August: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, August, September and October (8km).

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Quetzaltenango, Guatemala

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