August weather forecast
Sikakap, Indonesia

The last month of the winter, August, is another warm month in Sikakap, Indonesia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°C (84.7°F) and 23°C (73.4°F).

Temperature

Sikakap's August showcases an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), mirroring the conditions of the previous month. During the month of August, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 23°C (73.4°F).

Heat index

August's heat index is computed to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. 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.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Sikakap, during August, the rain falls for 26.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 153mm (6.02") of precipitation. In Sikakap, during the entire year, the rain falls for 306.8 days and collects up to 1896mm (74.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:21 WIB.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, March through June, August, September and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.