August weather forecastSantiago, Mexico
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Santiago, Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.7°C (89.1°F) and min 20.8°C (69.4°F).Temperature
August stands out as Santiago's warmest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 31.7°C (89.1°F) and a low of 20.8°C (69.4°F).Heat index
August's mean heat index is appraised at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 56%.Rainfall
In Santiago, Mexico, in August, during 16.9 rainfall days, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Santiago, there are 158.3 rainfall days, and 602mm (23.7") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Santiago, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 0min.On the first day of August in Santiago, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 7:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:00 pm CST.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Santiago is 9.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Santiago, Mexico
- Average high temperature in August: 31.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.5°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 20.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.3°C).
Average pressure in August
Santiago, Mexico
- Average pressure in August: 1013.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1019.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1011.6mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Santiago, Mexico
- Average wind speed in August: 10.8km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (11.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.4km/h).
Average humidity in August
Santiago, Mexico
- Average humidity in August: 56%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (50%).
Average rainfall in August
Santiago, Mexico
- Average rainfall in August: 61mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (105mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (12mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Santiago, Mexico
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Santiago, Mexico
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (6mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Santiago, Mexico
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Santiago, Mexico
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Santiago, Mexico
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (5.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Santiago, Mexico
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
Santiago, Mexico
- Average cloud cover in August: 15
The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in August
Santiago, Mexico
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (9km).
