August weather forecast
Khŭm Sráng, Cambodia

August extends the weather trends observed in July, notably high humidity and a significant rainfall of 126mm (4.96") in Khŭm Sráng. However, it sees a slight upswing in temperature, making the days slightly warmer. The wind speed remains high, helping balance the warm and humid conditions, just as cloud cover drops off slightly, letting in more sunlight. The UV index remains constant, requiring sun protection wear on outdoor visits. Residents can take advantage of longer periods of sunshine as the number of sunshine days increases to 5.8 from 5.3 days in July.

Temperature

The start of August in Khŭm Sráng marks an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.8°C (91°F), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in July. Throughout August, the temperature in Khŭm Sráng, Cambodia, falls to an average low of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is calculated to be a blazing hot 45°C (113°F). Watchful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are predicted. Continued exertion could lead to heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

In Khŭm Sráng, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Khŭm Sráng, during August, the rain falls for 24.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 126mm (4.96") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Khŭm Sráng, Cambodia, there are 231 rainfall days, and 1086mm (42.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Khŭm Sráng is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of August in Khŭm Sráng, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:12 +07.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following instructions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.