August weather forecast
Rio Hondo, Guatemala

August, the last month of the summer in Rio Hondo, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.7°C (85.5°F) and min 18.4°C (65.1°F).

Temperature

Rio Hondo records an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.7°C (85.5°F) in August, maintaining a close correlation with July's 28.5°C (83.3°F). An average nighttime temperature of 18.4°C (65.1°F) is witnessed throughout August.

Heat index

August's mean heat index is computed to be a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. 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.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

In Rio Hondo, the average relative humidity in August is 82%.

Rainfall

In Rio Hondo, in August, it is raining for 20.8 days, with typically 90mm (3.54") of accumulated precipitation. In Rio Hondo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.9 days and collects up to 636mm (25.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Rio Hondo, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:10 CST.

Sunshine

In Rio Hondo, the average sunshine in August is 9.5h.

UV index

In Rio Hondo, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During August, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.