Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
August
Weather in August
Temperature
Machuruca ushers in August with an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.5°C (88.7°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. Maintaining close parity with daytime warmth, the average nocturnal temperature during August stays at a moderately hot 27.3°C (81.1°F).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is calculated to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 72%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 2.8 days. Throughout August, 2mm (0.08") of precipitation is accumulated. In Machuruca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 42.7 days and collects up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation.Daylight
In Machuruca, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 30min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:50 -04.
Sunshine
February, June through August, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
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What are the months with the most sunshine?
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What is the month with the highest UV index?
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
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Average temperature in August
Machuruca, Venezuela
- Average high temperature in August: 31.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (31.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 27.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (27.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.2°C).
Average pressure in August
Machuruca, Venezuela
- Average pressure in August: 1010.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1009.7mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Machuruca, Venezuela
- Average wind speed in August: 27.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (30.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (20.4km/h).
Average humidity in August
Machuruca, Venezuela
- Average humidity in August: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March, April, May, July, November and December (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Machuruca, Venezuela
- Average rainfall in August: 2mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (14mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Machuruca, Venezuela
- Average rainfall days in August: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (7.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.3 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Machuruca, Venezuela
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min
The months with the most sunshine are February, June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are March, May, October and November (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Machuruca, Venezuela
- Average sunshine days in August: 27.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (29.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Machuruca, Venezuela
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in August
Machuruca, Venezuela
- Average cloud cover in August: 16
The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in August
Machuruca, Venezuela
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
