August weather forecast
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

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Weather in August

August prolongs the monsoon charm as temperatures continue flowing in the high 20s°C throughout. With rainfall of 202mm (7.95") escorting the monsoon spirit, the humidity fuses with the warm breezes, creating a unique tropical aura. Sunlight is often thwarted by cloudy afternoons, yet when it does appear, it adds a golden hue to the lovely city of Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa.

Temperature

The commencement of August notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. In Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, August is marked by an average low-temperature of 19.2°C (66.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index in August is estimated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance 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.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa is 80%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 28.8 days. Throughout August, 202mm (7.95") of precipitation is accumulated. In Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 228.7 days and collects up to 1368mm (53.86") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:16 CST.

Sunshine

In Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, the average sunshine in August is 10.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

The high-temperature during August is 28.3°C (82.9°F) and the low-temperature is 19.2°C (66.6°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How many days does it rain in August in Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa?

In Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, in August, during 28.8 rainfall days, 202mm (7.95") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in August?

The average day length in August is 12h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:16 CST.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average temperature in August - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average high temperature in August: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (27.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 19.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (20.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.2°C).

Average pressure in August
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average pressure in August - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and October (1012.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average wind speed in August - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.6km/h).

Average humidity in August
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average humidity in August - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (61%).

Average rainfall in August
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average rainfall in August - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average rainfall in August: 202mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (240mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (4mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average rainfall days in August - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average rainfall days in August: 28.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (29.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average sunshine days in August - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average sunshine days in August: 1.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average UV index in August - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average cloud cover in August - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average cloud cover in August: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in August
Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

Average visibility in August - Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).

Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Guatemala

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