ColombiaThe weather in August in Barranquilla
It's hot in August in Barranquilla with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 33°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 27°C.
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Barranquilla. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Barranquilla, Colombia. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 39°C in 2015, Barranquilla reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 21°C to a highest value of 29°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 155 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in August for Barranquilla
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Barranquilla. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Barranquilla | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 33°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 34°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 25°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 155 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 19 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Barranquilla with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 27°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 34°C, with nights around 26°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Barranquilla is around 34°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Barranquilla, Colombia. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in August in Barranquilla
Temperature in August in Barranquilla over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Barranquilla, Colombia. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in August in Barranquilla
Total precipitation in August in Barranquilla over the years
Daily UV index in August in Barranquilla
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Barranquilla, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Barranquilla by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Barranquilla. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.