August weather forecast
Mazatlán, Nicaragua

August, the last month of the summer in Mazatlán, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.7°C (87.3°F) and 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Temperature

Mazatlán's shift into August is marked by a subtle change to a still tropical 30.7°C (87.3°F) from July's 30.3°C (86.5°F) in temperature. In Mazatlán, an average low-temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F) is recorded during August nights.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is computed to be a scorching 40°C (104°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Mazatlán is 79%.

Rainfall

In Mazatlán, in August, it is raining for 23.4 days, with typically 190mm (7.48") of accumulated precipitation. In Mazatlán, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184 days and collects up to 1415mm (55.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mazatlán, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of August in Mazatlán, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 17:56 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Mazatlán is 9.7h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. 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. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.