ColombiaAverage weather for Popayán in August
It's pleasantly warm in August in Popayán with an average temperature of 22°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 23°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 12°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Popayán with warm temps, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights around 12°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 22°C, with nights around 12°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Popayán is around 23°C, while nighttime temps are about 12°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In August, there is an average of 107 mm of precipitation, spread over 16 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Popayán in August |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
22°C | 30°C | |
 Max. temperature |
23°C | 31°C | |
| Min. temperature |
21°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
107 mm | 79 mm | |
| Rainy days |
16 days | 13 days | |
July
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Popayán?
Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Popayán. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
The hurricane season in Popayán runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 30°C in 2023, Popayán reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 12°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 4°C to a highest value of 16°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Popayán
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Popayán, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Popayán
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Popayán, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 16 days of precipitation in Popayán.
Daily UV index in August in Popayán
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Popayán, 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.
Temperature in August in Popayán over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Popayán, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Popayán over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Popayán, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Popayán
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Average weather in Popayán by month
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