In
August,
Foshan residents begin to observe a slight drop in temperature. However, the weather is still quite harsh, with high levels of humidity and rainfall. The consistent rainfall keeps the city lush and green, providing a picturesque urban landscape. Despite the weather slowly calming down, it’s advisable to keep rain clothes handy throughout this transitional period.
Temperature
The transition from
July to August sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a still hot 32.7°C (90.9°F), from a not significantly different 32.8°C (91°F). Throughout August in Foshan, a steady low-temperature average of 25.4°C (77.7°F) is noted.
Heat index
The heat index value during August is evaluated at a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F).
Keep on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a possible danger with ongoing physical activity.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 82%.
Rainfall
In Foshan, in August, it is raining for 16.8 days, with typically 227mm (8.94") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.2 rainfall days, and 1736mm (68.35") of precipitation is accumulated.
Daylight
In Foshan,
China, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 55min.
On the first day of August in Foshan, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 19:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:46 CST.
Sunshine
In Foshan, China, the average sunshine in August is 5.6h.