August weather forecastSan Benito, Guatemala

Weather in August

San Benito's weather in August marks a return of the dry season with consistently warm temperatures and an increase in rainfall. As compared to July, the rainfall in August measures at 109mm (4.29"). However, this belies the sunnier and longer daylight hours that outline the city's weather. The slightest drop in temperature, coupled with humidity levels, makes for comfortable walks during the mornings and evenings. August's weather patterns, though humid, tend to incline towards sunnier intervals.

Temperature

The introduction of August sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.4°C (92.1°F), hardly deviating from July. San Benito observes an average nighttime temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F) during August.

Heat index

For August, the heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 49°C (120.2°F). Keep guard: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued activity increases the risk of heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. 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', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

In San Benito, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In San Benito, in August, it is raining for 25.3 days, with typically 109mm (4.29") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 227.8 rainfall days, and 871mm (34.29") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In San Benito, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:13 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in San Benito, Guatemala, is 8.4h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in San Benito is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August leads to these advisories:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.