August weather forecastHuacrachuco, Peru

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is also a moderately hot month in Huacrachuco, Peru, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 15.6°C (60.1°F).

Temperature

The weather during August records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. In August, the temperature in Huacrachuco sees a substantial plunge from daytime highs to a low average of 15.6°C (60.1°F).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 62%.

Rainfall

In Huacrachuco, during August, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 222.5 rainfall days, and 845mm (33.27") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:06 -05.

Sunshine

In Huacrachuco, the average sunshine in August is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 15.6°C (60.1°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

In Huacrachuco, the average relative humidity in August is 62%.

In Huacrachuco, during August, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation.

In Huacrachuco, the average day length in August is 11h and 50min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:06 -05.

In August, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Huacrachuco, Peru

  • Average high temperature in August: 29.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 15.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (14.7°C).

Average pressure in August
Huacrachuco, Peru

  • Average pressure in August: 1016.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Huacrachuco, Peru

  • Average wind speed in August: 4.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (4.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and May (3.6km/h).

Average humidity in August
Huacrachuco, Peru

  • Average humidity in August: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (61%).

Average rainfall in August
Huacrachuco, Peru

  • Average rainfall in August: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (103mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (37mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Huacrachuco, Peru

  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (23 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (13.7 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Huacrachuco, Peru

  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 48min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Huacrachuco, Peru

  • Average sunshine days in August: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (12 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Huacrachuco, Peru

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Huacrachuco, Peru

  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in August
Huacrachuco, Peru

  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are August and September (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (7km).