The last month of the summer,
August, is another tropical month in
La Ceiba,
Honduras, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.8°C (71.2°F) and 30.9°C (87.6°F).
Temperature
In La Ceiba, the average high-temperature in August is essentially the same as in
July - a still hot 30.9°C (87.6°F). In La Ceiba, the average low-temperature is 21.8°C (71.2°F).
Heat index
In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature', 'real feel', 'feels like', or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. This effect is subjective, depending on the activity and individual's heat perception influenced by various reasons (wind, pregnancy, metabolic differences). Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.
Humidity
In La Ceiba, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.
Rainfall
In La Ceiba, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 197mm (7.76") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in La Ceiba, there are 120 rainfall days, and 3230mm (127.17") of precipitation is accumulated.
Daylight
The average length of the day in August in La Ceiba is 12h and 38min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:00 CST.
Sunshine
In La Ceiba, the average sunshine in August is 7h.