August weather forecastEl Caimito, Honduras

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in El Caimito, Honduras, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.5°C (76.1°F) and 33°C (91.4°F).

Temperature

As El Caimito steps into August, the average high-temperature is measured at a still tropical 33°C (91.4°F), displaying minor differences from July's 32.9°C (91.2°F). El Caimito records an average nighttime low of 24.5°C (76.1°F) in August.

Heat index

The heat index in August is computed to be a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Vigilance: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. The likelihood of heatstroke increases with continued activity.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in El Caimito is 73%.

Rainfall

In El Caimito, in August, during 25.3 rainfall days, 126mm (4.96") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 198.4 rainfall days, and 970mm (38.19") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in El Caimito is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:01 CST.

Sunshine

In El Caimito, the average sunshine in August is 11.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in El Caimito are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in El Caimito, Honduras, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during August morphs into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.