August weather forecastZaragoza, Guatemala

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Zaragoza, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.2°C (66.6°F) and an average high of 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Temperature

August's onset records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), a near match to July's 28.4°C (83.1°F). Zaragoza anticipates an average minimum temperature of 19.2°C (66.6°F) in the month of August.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Zaragoza is 80%.

Rainfall

In Zaragoza, Guatemala, in August, during 28.8 rainfall days, 202mm (7.95") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Zaragoza, there are 228.7 rainfall days, and 1368mm (53.86") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Zaragoza, Guatemala, is 12h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:15 CST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.8h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Zaragoza. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in August, in Zaragoza, records 28.3°C (82.9°F), while the low-temperature is 19.2°C (66.6°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).

In Zaragoza, Guatemala, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

In Zaragoza, during August, the rain falls for 28.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 202mm (7.95") of precipitation.

The average day length in August in Zaragoza is 12h and 36min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, in Zaragoza, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:15 CST.

In August, the average sunshine duration in Zaragoza, Guatemala, is 10.8h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Zaragoza.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Zaragoza is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Zaragoza, Guatemala

  • Average high temperature in August: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (27.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 19.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (20.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°C).

Average pressure in August
Zaragoza, Guatemala

  • Average pressure in August: 1012.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and October (1012.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Zaragoza, Guatemala

  • Average wind speed in August: 6.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.6km/h).

Average humidity in August
Zaragoza, Guatemala

  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (61%).

Average rainfall in August
Zaragoza, Guatemala

  • Average rainfall in August: 202mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (240mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (4mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Zaragoza, Guatemala

  • Average rainfall days in August: 28.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (29.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

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

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 36min

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: 10h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Zaragoza, Guatemala

  • Average sunshine days in August: 1.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Zaragoza, Guatemala

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Zaragoza, Guatemala

  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in August
Zaragoza, Guatemala

  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).