In
August,
Yingkou's weather begins to ease down from the scorching heat of
July and moves towards cooler days. While the temperature remains high, there is a mild reduction compared to the previous month. Despite the heat, August in Yingkou is filled with cheerful sunny days and warm nights, supplemented with showers more frequent than the summer norm. Outdoor enthusiasts can still enjoy long hours of daylight in this transitional month.
Temperature
The initiation of August sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.1°C (82.6°F), showing minor variations from the previous month. In Yingkou, August nights cool down to an average of 20.5°C (68.9°F).
Heat index
The heat index value during August is estimated at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Continuous exposure and activity could induce a sense of tiredness and subsequently, heat cramps.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. 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. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 79%.
Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout August, 149mm (5.87") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Yingkou,
China, there are 75.6 rainfall days, and 643mm (25.31") of precipitation is accumulated.
Sea temperature
With an average sea temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F), August is the month with the warmest seawater in Yingkou.
Note: Swimming in 24.8°C (76.6°F) can be enjoyable or not, depending on how you feel about the cold and conditions such as sunshine, wind, and the day's temperature. FYI: Olympic standards dictate waters of 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:48 and sunset at 19:06. On the last day of August, in Yingkou, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 18:25 CST.
Sunshine
In Yingkou, China, the average sunshine in August is 7.7h.