August weather forecast
Gemurung, Indonesia

The last month of the winter, August, is another hot month in Gemurung, Indonesia, with an average temperature varying between 24.2°C (75.6°F) and 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

Entering August, Gemurung's average high-temperature reads a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. An average temperature of 24.2°C (75.6°F) marks the nights in August.

Heat index

August's mean heat index is calculated to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 3.7 days and typically collects 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 17:28 WIB.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are August through October, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index in Gemurung are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.