August weather forecastKugayama, Japan

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Kugayama, is a tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°C (88.7°F) and 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Temperature

In Kugayama, August records the highest average temperatures, peaking at 31.5°C (88.7°F) and reaching a low of 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index for August is calculated to be a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Kugayama, in August, during 11.9 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kugayama, Japan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.8 days and collects up to 345mm (13.58") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Kugayama, Japan, snow does not fall in April through December.

Daylight

In Kugayama, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:49 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of August, in Kugayama, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 18:10 JST.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year in Kugayama, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

August, with an average high of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and a low of 25.2°C (77.4°F), signifies the warmest month of the year.

In August, in Kugayama, the average high-temperature is 31.5°C (88.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.2°C (77.4°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 39°C (102.2°F).

The average relative humidity in August in Kugayama, Japan, is 71%.

In Kugayama, Japan, during August, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of precipitation.

In Kugayama, snow does not fall in April through December.

In Kugayama, Japan, the average day length in August is 13h and 29min.

On the first day of August in Kugayama, sunrise is at 04:49 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 18:10 JST.

With an average of 10.3h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.3h.

In Kugayama, Japan, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Kugayama, Japan

  • Average high temperature in August: 31.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 25.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (25.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.5°C).

Average pressure in August
Kugayama, Japan

  • Average pressure in August: 1010.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Kugayama, Japan

  • Average wind speed in August: 11.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (14.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (11.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Kugayama, Japan

  • Average humidity in August: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (58%).

Average rainfall in August
Kugayama, Japan

  • Average rainfall in August: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (9mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Kugayama, Japan

  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Kugayama, Japan

  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Kugayama, Japan

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Kugayama, Japan

  • Average sunshine days in August: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Kugayama, Japan

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Kugayama, Japan

  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Kugayama, Japan

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (9km).