August weather forecast
Barbacoas, Venezuela

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Barbacoas, Venezuela, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.3°C (86.5°F) and min 21.1°C (70°F).

Temperature

Barbacoas witnesses its lowest temperatures during July and August, when the average high-temperature reaches 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index in August is estimated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 85%, August is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 28.1 days and typically aggregates up to 163mm (6.42") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:37 -04.

Sunshine

In Barbacoas, the average sunshine in August is 7.5h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?
The months of July and August see the lowest levels of Barbacoas's temperatures, averaging a high of 30.3°C (86.5°F).
How hot does it get in August?
Barbacoas in August has an average high-temperature of 30.3°C (86.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 21.1°C (70°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 40°C (104°F).
What is the most humid month in Barbacoas?
The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 85%.
What is the average humidity in August?
In August, the average relative humidity in Barbacoas is 85%.
What is the wettest month?
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 28.1 days and accumulates 163mm (6.42") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in August?
In August, the rain falls for 28.1 days. Throughout August, 163mm (6.42") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Barbacoas have in August?
In Barbacoas, the average day length in August is 12h and 25min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:37 -04.
How long on average sun shines in August?
The average sunshine duration in August is 7.5h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Barbacoas.
What is the UV index reading in August?
In Barbacoas, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in August - Barbacoas, Venezuela
Average temperature in August
Barbacoas, Venezuela
  • Average high temperature in August: 30.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (35.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (30.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 21.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (24.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (21.1°C).

Average pressure in August - Barbacoas, Venezuela
Average pressure in August
Barbacoas, Venezuela
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Barbacoas, Venezuela
Average wind speed in August
Barbacoas, Venezuela
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.1km/h).

Average humidity in August - Barbacoas, Venezuela
Average humidity in August
Barbacoas, Venezuela
  • Average humidity in August: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (51%).

Average rainfall in August - Barbacoas, Venezuela
Average rainfall in August
Barbacoas, Venezuela
  • Average rainfall in August: 163mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (163mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Barbacoas, Venezuela
Average rainfall days in August
Barbacoas, Venezuela
  • Average rainfall days in August: 28.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.1 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Barbacoas, Venezuela
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Barbacoas, Venezuela
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August - Barbacoas, Venezuela
Average sunshine days in August
Barbacoas, Venezuela
  • Average sunshine days in August: 2.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2 days).

Average UV index in August - Barbacoas, Venezuela
Average UV index in August
Barbacoas, Venezuela
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is March (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August - Barbacoas, Venezuela
Average cloud cover in August
Barbacoas, Venezuela
  • Average cloud cover in August: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in August - Barbacoas, Venezuela
Average visibility in August
Barbacoas, Venezuela
  • Average visibility in August: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (7km).

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