Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Popayan, Colombia, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 16°C (61°F). Highs can soar to 24°C (75°F), while lows may dip to 9°C (49°F). Typically, the humidity level in Popayan throughout August hovers around 64%.
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In August, Popayan averages 90 mm (3.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 10 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 25 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 10% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Popayan reaches a maximum of 16, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 3 | 7 | 11 | 15 | 16 | 15 | 12 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | Extreme | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 10 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||