August weather forecast
Gualaco, Honduras

August in Gualaco rediscovers the warmth that ebbed in July and witnesses a modest rise in temperature. Rainfall aids in maintaining the city's lush greenery and its distinct humid tropical character. With the daylight hours slightly reducing, the month has enough sunlight to keep beautiful Gualaco soaked in warm hues. Despite occasional cloud cover, the weather remains largely undeterred for exploring the city under the tropical Sun. Wind, too, mellows down to a 4.6km/h (2.9mph) speed, further smoothing the city's weather conditions.

Temperature

In the transition from July to August, Gualaco reports an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. Throughout August, Gualaco experiences a low-temperature average of 18.4°C (65.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

In Gualaco, the average relative humidity in August is 86%.

Rainfall

In Gualaco, Honduras, during August, the rain falls for 27.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 142mm (5.59") of precipitation. In Gualaco, during the entire year, the rain falls for 291.3 days and collects up to 1274mm (50.16") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of August, in Gualaco, Honduras, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 17:56 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Gualaco, Honduras, is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gualaco are January, February, May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.