August weather forecastSan Luis, Venezuela

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in San Luis, Venezuela, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.8°C (89.2°F) and an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

The transition into August shows a subtle variation to a still hot 31.8°C (89.2°F) from July's 31°C (87.8°F) in the average high-temperature. During the month of August, an average low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) is recorded.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is estimated at a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, 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 extremely vital to babies and toddlers. 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.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In San Luis, during August, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 17mm (0.67") of precipitation. In San Luis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.4 days and collects up to 339mm (13.35") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 19:03. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:49 -04.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.8h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. 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. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

During August, San Luis experiences an average high-temperature of 31.8°C (89.2°F) and a low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°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 41°C (105.8°F).

The months with the lowest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

In San Luis, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

In San Luis, during August, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 17mm (0.67") of precipitation.

In August, the average day length is 12h and 29min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 19:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:49 -04.

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.8h of sunshine.

In San Luis, Venezuela, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.

In San Luis, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
San Luis, Venezuela

  • Average high temperature in August: 31.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (28.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 25.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (23.6°C).

Average pressure in August
San Luis, Venezuela

  • Average pressure in August: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in August
San Luis, Venezuela

  • Average wind speed in August: 20.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (22.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (15.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
San Luis, Venezuela

  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (73%).

Average rainfall in August
San Luis, Venezuela

  • Average rainfall in August: 17mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (68mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (8mm).

Average rainfall days in August
San Luis, Venezuela

  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.1 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
San Luis, Venezuela

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 30min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
San Luis, Venezuela

  • Average sunshine days in August: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (4.7 days).

Average UV index in August
San Luis, 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
San Luis, Venezuela

  • Average cloud cover in August: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in August
San Luis, 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).