August weather forecastPalencia, Spain

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Palencia, Spain, with temperature in the range of an average low of 15.4°C (59.7°F) and an average high of 28.8°C (83.8°F).

Temperature

In August, Palencia notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F), hardly different from the preceding month. Despite a stark disparity with daily highs, Palencia records an average nighttime temperature of 15.4°C (59.7°F) in August.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F). Unrelenting activity during exposure could cause fatigue and potentially lead to heat cramps.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 48%, August is the least humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 4.4 days and typically collects 9mm (0.35") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Palencia, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Palencia, Spain, is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 21:36. On the last day of August, in Palencia, Spain, sunrise is at 07:43 and sunset at 20:53 CEST.

Sunshine

In Palencia, the average sunshine in August is 10h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Palencia. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full 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

During August, Palencia experiences an average high-temperature of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and a low-temperature of 15.4°C (59.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).

With an average relative humidity of 48%, August is the least humid month in Palencia, Spain.

In Palencia, the average relative humidity in August is 48%.

The month with the least rainfall in Palencia is August, when the rain falls for 4.4 days and typically collects 9mm (0.35") of precipitation.

In Palencia, Spain, in August, during 4.4 rainfall days, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Palencia, Spain, snow does not fall in May through October.

In Palencia, the average day length in August is 13h and 50min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 21:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:43 and sunset at 20:53 CEST.

In Palencia, the average sunshine duration in August is 10h.

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In Palencia, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Palencia, Spain

  • Average high temperature in August: 28.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (29°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 15.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.7°C).

Average pressure in August
Palencia, Spain

  • Average pressure in August: 1017.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1023.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.4mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Palencia, Spain

  • Average wind speed in August: 12.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (15.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (11.7km/h).

Average humidity in August
Palencia, Spain

  • Average humidity in August: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).

Average rainfall in August
Palencia, Spain

  • Average rainfall in August: 9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (47mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (9mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Palencia, Spain

  • Average rainfall days in August: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in August
Palencia, Spain

  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (25mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Palencia, Spain

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Palencia, Spain

  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Palencia, Spain

  • Average sunshine days in August: 25.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (13.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Palencia, Spain

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Palencia, Spain

  • Average cloud cover in August: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in August
Palencia, Spain

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, May, November and December (9km).