August weather forecastGijón, Spain
August
Weather in August
August is typically the hottest month in Gijón, Spain with a high averaging 22.6°C (72.7°F). Rainfall remains relatively low, increasing ever so slightly from 19mm (0.75") in July to 27mm (1.06") in August. The swelling sea temperature reaches its annual peak, providing optimal conditions for swimming and water activities. Daylight hours slightly decrease, hinting at the approaching end of summer. The wind offers gentle breezes, creating enjoyable conditions for beach visits and night strolls.Temperature
Gijón's August weather, with an average high temperature of 22.6°C (72.7°F) and an average low temperature of 15°C (59°F), tends to be the warmest of the year.Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Gijón is 80%.Rainfall
In Gijón, Spain, in August, during 11.9 rainfall days, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gijón, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.1 days and collects up to 653mm (25.71") of precipitation.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall in Gijón, Spain.Sea temperature
The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average sea temperature of 20.6°C (69.1°F).Note: Most people do not find swimming enjoyable in water of 20.6°C (69.1°F). The task of controlling breathing becomes tougher as the temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
In Gijón, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 56min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 21:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:45 and sunset at 20:59 CEST.
Sunshine
In Gijón, the average sunshine in August is 8h.UV index
May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in August leads to these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Gijón, Spain
- Average high temperature in August: 22.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 15°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (6.5°C).
Average pressure in August
Gijón, Spain
- Average pressure in August: 1018.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.7mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Gijón, Spain
- Average wind speed in August: 9.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (14.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4km/h).
Average humidity in August
Gijón, Spain
- Average humidity in August: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Gijón, Spain
- Average rainfall in August: 27mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (99mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (19mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Gijón, Spain
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Gijón, Spain
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Gijón, Spain
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Gijón, Spain
- Average sea temperature in August: 20.6°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (20.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (12.8°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gijón, Spain
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 8h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gijón, Spain
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Gijón, Spain
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April and November (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Gijón, Spain
- Average cloud cover in August: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in August
Gijón, Spain
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, October and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, May, June, July, August, September and November (9km).
