August weather forecast
Atacames Canton, Ecuador

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Weather in August

Even as August takes over, Atacames Canton, Ecuador sees an unchanging climate, similar to the preceding cycle of July. However, the rainfall metric witnesses a decrease of 18mm (0.71") compared to the prior month. By now, the overall atmosphere is almost void of heavy rain, pushing August in the list of the driest months. September forecasts suggest this dry spell is likely to endure. Hence, the importance of sun protection carries on, considering the unchanging high UV index.

Temperature

July through December are identified as the coldest months, with an average high-temperature of 28°C (82.4°F).

Rainfall

In Atacames Canton, in August, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 34mm (1.34") of accumulated precipitation. In Atacames Canton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137 days and collects up to 1185mm (46.65") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater in Atacames Canton are January, March, April, July through December, with an average sea temperature of 26°C (78.8°F).
Note: Swimming, diving, and other water activities in temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are highly enjoyable and provide prolonged comfort without unease.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Atacames Canton, Ecuador, is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:23 -05.

Sunshine

August through December, with an average of 2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Atacames Canton.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Atacames Canton are January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 during August translates into the following directions:
Adopt every vital precaution, unprotected skin and eyes may burn rapidly. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or above should be applied generously and reapplied every two hours and right after any outdoor activity or swim. Caution! The Sun's UV rays become stronger due to reflections from water and sand.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Atacames Canton?

The coldest months are July through December, with an average high-temperature of 28°C (82.4°F).

How hot is it in Atacames Canton in August?

During August, Atacames Canton experiences an average high-temperature of 28°C (82.4°F) and a low-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F).

How much does it rain in Atacames Canton in August?

In Atacames Canton, Ecuador, in August, during 9 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When is the sea coldest in Atacames Canton?

The months with the coldest seawater in Atacames Canton are January, March, April, July through December, with an average sea temperature of 26°C (78.8°F).

How warm is the water in August in Atacames Canton?

In August, the average sea temperature in Atacames Canton is 26°C (78.8°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

What is the average length of the day in August in Atacames Canton?

In Atacames Canton, Ecuador, the average day length in August is 12h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Atacames Canton?

On the first day of August in Atacames Canton, Ecuador, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:23 -05.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Atacames Canton?

The months with the least sunshine in Atacames Canton, Ecuador, are August through December, with an average of 2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Atacames Canton?

The average sunshine duration in August in Atacames Canton, Ecuador, is 2h.

When is the highest UV index in Atacames Canton?

The months with the highest UV index in Atacames Canton are January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12.

What is the UV index reading in August in Atacames Canton?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Atacames Canton, Ecuador, is 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average temperature in August
Atacames Canton, Ecuador

Average temperature in August - Atacames Canton, Ecuador
  • Average high temperature in August: 28°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (30°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July, August, September, October, November and December (28°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 21°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are February, March, April and May (23°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are August and September (21°C).

Average rainfall in August
Atacames Canton, Ecuador

Average rainfall in August - Atacames Canton, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall in August: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (200mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (32mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Atacames Canton, Ecuador

Average rainfall days in August - Atacames Canton, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall days in August: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Atacames Canton, Ecuador

Average sea temperature in August - Atacames Canton, Ecuador
  • Average sea temperature in August: 26°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are February, May and June (27°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, March, April, July, August, September, October, November and December (26°C).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Atacames Canton, Ecuador

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Atacames Canton, Ecuador
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 2h

The months with the most sunshine are March and April (Average sunshine: 4h).
The months with the least sunshine are August, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 2h).

Average UV index in August
Atacames Canton, Ecuador

Average UV index in August - Atacames Canton, Ecuador
  • Average UV index in August: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 11).

Atacames Canton, Ecuador

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