August weather forecast
Kampong Bukit Panggal, Brunei

August marches closely behind July in continuing the warm, wet spell in Kampong Bukit Panggal. Rainfall drops to 131mm (5.16"), a slight deviation from the previous month, and keeps the greenery lush and abundant. The city, with its captivating landscapes and warm temperature, remains welcoming for weather-enduring tourists during this month. As summer begins to wind down, the month leaves the city looking fresh, appealing and ready for the incoming subtle transitions.

Temperature

The transition into August shows a subtle variation to a still hot 30.9°C (87.6°F) from July's 31°C (87.8°F) in the average high-temperature. Kampong Bukit Panggal experiences an average low-temperature reading of 25.8°C (78.4°F) throughout August.

Heat index

August's average heat index is appraised at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In August, in Kampong Bukit Panggal, the rain falls for 26 days. Throughout August, 131mm (5.16") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kampong Bukit Panggal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 310.9 days and collects up to 1693mm (66.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:27 +08.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.