August weather forecastHoctún, Mexico

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Hoctún, is also a fiery hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35°C (95°F) and 23.7°C (74.7°F).

Temperature

The beginning of August denotes an average high temperature of a still fiery hot 35°C (95°F), aligning closely with July. Throughout August, the nighttime temperature in Hoctún averages to a moderately hot 23.7°C (74.7°F).

Heat index

August's heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 53°C (127.4°F). Stay on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Ongoing effort can cause heatstroke.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In Hoctún, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In Hoctún, in August, during 17.7 rainfall days, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hoctún, Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.3 days and collects up to 536mm (21.1") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Hoctún is 12h and 49min.
On the first day of August in Hoctún, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 6:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Hoctún is 10.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During August, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.