August weather forecast
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

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Weather in August

The month of August in Santa Cruz del Quiché can be described as a continuation of the monsoon weather, albeit with slightly increased rainfall levels compared to July. The heat remains consistent with that of the previous months, preserving the typical monsoon characteristics. This includes high humidity, increased cloud cover, and decreased sunshine hours. The increase in rainfall, however, introduces a recognizable change in the month's overall weather. The relatively steady conditions make August another wet but warm addition to the Guatemalan monsoon season.

Temperature

The advent of August sees the average high-temperature at a still pleasant 21.9°C, subtly shifted from July's 21.8°C. Santa Cruz del Quiché's August nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 13.1°C.

Humidity

In Santa Cruz del Quiché, the average relative humidity in August is 83%.

Rainfall

In Santa Cruz del Quiché, in August, during 28 rainfall days, 267mm of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Santa Cruz del Quiché, during the entire year, the rain falls for 263.6 days and collects up to 2061mm of precipitation.

Daylight

In Santa Cruz del Quiché, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:17 CST.

Sunshine

In Santa Cruz del Quiché, the average sunshine in August 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 Santa Cruz del Quiché. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in August in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

The high-temperature in Santa Cruz del Quiché during August is 21.9°C and the low-temperature is 13.1°C.

What is the average humidity in August in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

In August, the average relative humidity in Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala, is 83%.

How many days does it rain in August in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

In August, in Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala, the rain falls for 28 days. Throughout August, 267mm of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in August in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

The average day length in August in Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala, is 12h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:17 CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Cruz del Quiché have in August?

In Santa Cruz del Quiché, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

The months with the highest UV index in Santa Cruz del Quiché are January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

How high is the UV index in August in Santa Cruz del Quiché?

In Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average temperature in August - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average pressure in August - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average wind speed in August - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average humidity in August - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average rainfall in August - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average rainfall days in August - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average sunshine days in August - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average UV index in August - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average cloud cover in August - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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
Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

Average visibility in August - Santa Cruz del Quiché, 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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Santa Cruz del Quiché, Guatemala

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