August weather forecast
Cúcuta, Colombia

August in Cúcuta seems to follow the trends set by July. Rainy days persist with 45mm (1.77") of rain distributed across 13.8 days, a marginal increase from July. Altough it's worth watching the high temperatures of up to 33°C (91.4°F), the relative humidity remains manageable. Optimizing daylight hours, the sun shines for more than 11 hours on most days. Travelers and locals can continue to enjoy the cityscape with 10 kilometers of unhindered visibility.

Temperature

In Cúcuta, Colombia, temperatures reach their average annual highs in August, measuring 33.3°C (91.9°F) and a minimum average of 20.1°C (68.2°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is calculated to be a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. 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 remain especially vital for 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.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

August is the least humid month in Cúcuta, Colombia, with an average relative humidity of 54%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout August, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cúcuta, there are 164.2 rainfall days, and 478mm (18.82") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of August, in Cúcuta, Colombia, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 17:58 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 11.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.