August weather forecast
Corinto, Nicaragua

August brings Corinto back into a wetter phase, with precipitation similar to the levels seen in May. The weather during this month reverts to being more humid and cloudier. However, temperature patterns maintain stability with minimal ups and downs. Both wind conditions and visibility also remain pretty consistent. In spite of the heightened rainfall, the city enjoys a reasonable duration of sunshine and daylight.

Temperature

Corinto, Nicaragua, records an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.2°C (88.2°F) in August, maintaining a close correlation with July's 31.5°C (88.7°F). In Corinto, August is marked by an average low-temperature of 25.4°C (77.7°F).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is evaluated at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to 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.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Corinto, Nicaragua, in August, it is raining for 25.1 days, with typically 198mm (7.8") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 202 rainfall days, and 1295mm (50.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The months with the warmest seawater in Corinto are June and August, with an average sea temperature of 29.8°C (85.6°F).
Note: Water temperature ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) is recognized as warm and pleasant by all, making water activities comfortable and delightful for long durations.

Daylight

In Corinto, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 17:59 CST.

Sunshine

In Corinto, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Corinto. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in August leads to these guidelines:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be vigilant! The Sun's UV rays get a boost from sand and water reflections.