August weather forecast
Gogayama, Japan

August, the last month of the summer in Gogayama, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 27.8°C (82°F) and 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Temperature

In Gogayama, Japan, the peak average temperatures are observed in August, with a high of 29.4°C (84.9°F) and a low of 27.8°C (82°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is estimated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In Gogayama, Japan, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.

Rainfall

In Gogayama, in August, during 21.3 rainfall days, 177mm (6.97") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 229.8 rainfall days, and 1512mm (59.53") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 19:15. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:49 JST.

Sunshine

In Gogayama, Japan, the average sunshine in August is 9.1h.

UV index

June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.