August weather forecastUrumaco, Venezuela
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Urumaco, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and an average high of 31.4°C (88.5°F).Temperature
Urumaco observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between July's 30.8°C (87.4°F) and August's 31.4°C (88.5°F). Urumaco records a slight downturn in temperature to an average of 27.3°C (81.1°F) during August nights.Heat index
During August, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. 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. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant 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.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.
Humidity
In Urumaco, the average relative humidity in August is 72%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout August, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 94.3 rainfall days, and 249mm (9.8") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 29min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 19:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:51 -04.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 9.8h.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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Urumaco, Venezuela
- Average high temperature in August: 31.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (31.6°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (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 months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (25.2°C).
Average pressure in August
Urumaco, 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
Urumaco, Venezuela
- Average wind speed in August: 26.8km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (30.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (20.1km/h).
Average humidity in August
Urumaco, 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
Urumaco, Venezuela
- Average rainfall in August: 13mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (64mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Urumaco, Venezuela
- Average rainfall days in August: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Urumaco, 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 months with the most sunshine are February and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are March and October (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Urumaco, Venezuela
- Average sunshine days in August: 23.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Urumaco, 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
Urumaco, 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
Urumaco, 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).
