August weather forecast
Ban Mouangkhai, Laos

Weather-wise, August in Ban Mouangkhai is virtually a mirror image of July. While temperatures hover around the year's average, humidity stays relatively high. Rainfall witnesses a small but noticeable increase from the previous month, with August reaching 394mm (15.51"). The city sits under cloudy skies through a good deal of the month. As August ends, it gives way to subtler changes in rainfall and humidity during September.

Temperature

Transitioning into August, Ban Mouangkhai experiences an average high-temperature of a hot 30°C (86°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. Ban Mouangkhai's nighttime temperature in August drops to an average of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is appraised at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

August is the most humid month in Ban Mouangkhai, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 29.2 days and typically aggregates up to 394mm (15.51") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Ban Mouangkhai, Laos, is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:14 +07.

Sunshine

In Ban Mouangkhai, the average sunshine in August is 7.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through June, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.