Guatemala Weather in August: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind
In August, Guatemala experiences its wet season with an average of 31 rainy days throughout the month. The rain is frequent and comes down hard, with a 100% chance of precipitation on most days and an average precipitation cover of 38.8%. The average temperature in Guatemala in August is 21.1°C (70°F), with highs reaching 26.3°C (79.3°F) and lows dropping to 17.6°C (63.6°F). The average humidity is 79.3%. August is characterized by frequent rain showers, with the most common precipitation type being rain. The weather is often cloudy, with an average cloud cover of 75.3%. There are strong winds, with an average wind speed of 26.4 km/h (16.4 mph) and gusts up to 44.4 km/h (27.6 mph). The average visibility is 9.8 km (6.1 miles). The weather conditions in Guatemala in August pose a moderate risk for severe weather-related issues such as storms and flooding due to the heavy rainfall. Travelers should be prepared for wet and windy conditions and plan outdoor activities accordingly.
What is the temperature in Guatemala in August?
Average air temperature in Guatemala is 21.1°C (70°F) in August. The outside temperature in Guatemala feels like 21.1°C (70.1°F) on a typical August day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 26.3°C (79.3°F) and feels like 26.7°C (80°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 17.6°C (63.6°F) which feels like 17.6°C (63.6°F).
How hot is Guatemala in August?
The hot temperature in August in Guatemala rises to 28°C (82.4°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 79.3% humidity. During hottest days of August it feels like 28.9 °C (84°F). The average maximum temp in Guatemala is 26.3°C (84°F) during day time in August.
How cold is Guatemala in August?
The coldest temp in Guatemala in August drops to 15°C (59°F) during the cold nights. With 26.4km/h (16.4mph) winds and 79.3% humidity it feels like 15°C (59°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 17.6°C (63.6°F) during night time in August.
Does it rain in Guatemala in August?
Yes, it rains for 31 days in Guatemala in August averaging 6.99 mm of precipitation. Guatemala has a 100% chance for rain throughout the entire month of August.
How much does it rain in Guatemala throughout August?
Guatemala has 6.99 mm (0.28 inch) of rain per day on average in August. It rains for an average of 31 days out of the entire month.
Is Guatemala windy in August?
The average speed of wind in Guatemala during August is 26.4km/h (16.4mph) and average windgust is 11km/h (6.9mph). On some days in August wind can reach up to 33.5km/h (20.8mph).
What is the direction of the wind in Guatemala in August?
Most days of August the wind is blowing from East-Northeast direction in Guatemala.
What are the humidity levels in Guatemala in August?
The average humidity levels in Guatemala in August are 79.3%. Daily humidity levels in Guatemala range from 71.4% to 87.7% during August.
How many hours of daylight are in Guatemala in August?
Guatemala has 12 hours 35 minutes of daylight in August on average. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Guatemala in August is at 5:47:48 and the sunset is at 18:23:44.
What is the cloud coverage in Guatemala in August?
Clouds cover 75.3% of the sky on average throughout August in Guatemala. The cloud coverage ranges from 48.3% to 90.2% depending on the day of the month.
What is the UV level in August in Guatemala?
The average UV index in Guatemala is 9.1 in August. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 4 to 10.
What is the solar radiation in Guatemala in August?
The average solar radiation is 184.4 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Guatemala during August. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 100.5 W/m2 to 295.7 W/m2.
What is the solar energy during August in Guatemala?
The average solar energy during August in Guatemala is 15.9 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 8.6 MJ/m2, to 25.4 MJ/m2 during August.
Are there severe weather risks in Guatemala in August?
Yes, there is a 35% risk for severe weather in Guatemala in August.
What is the air pressure in Guatemala in August?
On average the air pressure in Guatemala in August is 1020.8 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 1017.7 mb to 1024 mb.
What is the visibility in Guatemala in August?
The average daylight visibility in Guatemala in August is 9.8 km (6.1 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 8.7 km (5.4 miles) to 10.4 km (6.5 miles) throughout August.
What is the dew point in Guatemala in August?
The average dew point in Guatemala during August is 17.1°C (62.7°F).
Where is the data for Guatemala climate in August coming from?
The climate data for Guatemala in August is collected from the following weather stations.
- LA AURORA, GT
- FW3111 El Palmar MX
- MGGT