August weather forecastSavannakhet, Laos

Weather in August

August witnesses the peak of the monsoon season in Savannakhet. Unlike the prior months, August experiences slightly less sunshine, which corresponds to an increased amount of rain. This period is less suitable for outdoor activities, but it transforms the landscape into a lush green. The UV index continues to be on the higher side, prompting the necessity for sun protection. Temperatures oscillate between 24°C (75.2°F) and 30.6°C (87.1°F) while rainfall maximizes at 343mm (13.5") over twenty-three days.

Temperature

Savannakhet records an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.6°C (87.1°F) as August arrives, nearly mirroring the previous month's climate. Savannakhet experiences a steady low-temperature of 24°C (75.2°F) throughout August.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 23 days and accumulates 343mm (13.5") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Savannakhet, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:14 +07.

Sunshine

June and August, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 12 in August translates into these instructions:
Employ every precaution of importance, unprotected skin and eyes could burn within moments. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Following every swim or outdoor workout, a sunscreen with an SPF of not less than 30 should be liberally applied and re-applied frequently, even on overcast days.