August weather forecastUpata, Venezuela
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Upata, is another tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.6°C (90.7°F) and 22.5°C (72.5°F).Temperature
Upata transitions into August recording an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.6°C (90.7°F), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. In Upata, August is marked by an average low-temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F).Heat index
In August, the heat index is computed to be a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F). Keep guard: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued activity increases the risk of heatstroke.It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 28.6 days and typically aggregates up to 161mm (6.34") of precipitation.Daylight
In Upata, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 23min.On the first day of August in Upata, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:17 -04.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Upata is 8.2h.UV index
January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In August, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Upata, Venezuela
- Average high temperature in August: 32.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (34.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (31.4°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 22.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (23.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.3°C).
Average pressure in August
Upata, Venezuela
- Average pressure in August: 1012.2mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1013mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.8mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Upata, Venezuela
- Average wind speed in August: 6.3km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.2km/h).
Average humidity in August
Upata, Venezuela
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (63%).
Average rainfall in August
Upata, Venezuela
- Average rainfall in August: 161mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (161mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (15mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Upata, Venezuela
- Average rainfall days in August: 28.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (11.3 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Upata, Venezuela
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 8h and 12min
The months with the most sunshine are May, June and September (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Upata, Venezuela
- Average sunshine days in August: 1.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Upata, 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 and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Upata, Venezuela
- Average cloud cover in August: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in August
Upata, Venezuela
- Average visibility in August: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are March and April (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).
