August carries forward the high temperatures of
July, with only a slight drop, while relative humidity inches up to 77%. Despite this minimal increase in humidity, the weather remains typical of a Chinese summer. There is a noticeable decrease in rainfall from the year's earlier months, bringing a sense of relief to the residents. August's plentiful sunshine and high temperatures make it a favorable month for outdoor activities. As such, the city's parks, trails, and water bodies become a hive of activity.
Temperature
Shaoguan greets August with an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.8°C (92.8°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Shaoguan's nighttime temperature during August is consistently averaged at a warm 25.1°C (77.2°F).
Heat index
The heat index value during August is appraised at a life-threatening hot 50°C (122°F).
Keep on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a possible danger with ongoing physical activity.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.
Rainfall
In Shaoguan,
China, in August, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 132mm (5.2") of accumulated precipitation. In Shaoguan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.4 days and collects up to 1584mm (62.36") of precipitation.
Daylight
In Shaoguan, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 59min.
On the first day of August in Shaoguan, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:45 CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Shaoguan is 6.7h.