August weather forecast
Guanarito, Venezuela

The last month of the summer, August, is a hot month in Guanarito, Venezuela, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.3°C (68.5°F) and 30.5°C (86.9°F).

Temperature

Guanarito's entry into August measures an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F), closely parallel to the preceding month. Guanarito, in August, experiences an average temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) at night.

Heat index

August's average heat index is estimated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In Guanarito, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

In Guanarito, during August, the rain falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 136mm (5.35") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 205.2 rainfall days, and 1034mm (40.71") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:45 -04.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

January through April, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.