August weather forecastGushi, Japan

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Gushi, Japan, with an average temperature varying between 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Temperature

August, marked by an average high-temperature of 29.4°C (84.9°F) and a low-temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F), is the warmest month.

Heat index

The heat index in August is estimated at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Gushi, during August, the rain falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 169mm (6.65") of precipitation. In Gushi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 227.4 days and collects up to 1405mm (55.31") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 3min.
On the first day of August in Gushi, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 19:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:50 JST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

August is the month when Gushi's temperatures reach their peak, with averages of 29.4°C (84.9°F) and lows of 28.3°C (82.9°F).

The high-temperature, in August, in Gushi, is 29.4°C (84.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to 28.3°C (82.9°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 36°C (96.8°F).

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

In Gushi, Japan, in August, during 20.8 rainfall days, 169mm (6.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In August, the average day length in Gushi is 13h and 3min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 19:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:50 JST.

In Gushi, the average sunshine duration in August is 9h.

June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Gushi.

In Gushi, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Gushi, Japan

  • Average high temperature in August: 29.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 28.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (28.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17°C).

Average pressure in August
Gushi, Japan

  • Average pressure in August: 1006.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1020.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1006.6mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Gushi, Japan

  • Average wind speed in August: 22.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (28.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (20.1km/h).

Average humidity in August
Gushi, Japan

  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Gushi, Japan

  • Average rainfall in August: 169mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (201mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (59mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Gushi, Japan

  • Average rainfall days in August: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (16.4 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gushi, Japan

  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Gushi, Japan

  • Average sunshine days in August: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (11.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (5.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Gushi, Japan

  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in August
Gushi, Japan

  • Average cloud cover in August: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in August
Gushi, Japan

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).