August weather forecastBatu, Malaysia

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Batu, Malaysia, with an average temperature varying between 32.3°C (90.1°F) and 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Temperature

The onset of August brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.3°C (90.1°F), nearly matching the July temperature. Throughout August nights, Batu experiences a consistent temperature average of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

August's heat index is appraised at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 73%, August is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Batu, in August, it is raining for 25.1 days, with typically 80mm (3.15") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 299.4 rainfall days, and 1297mm (51.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 7:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 7:18 pm +08.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Batu is 8.7h.

UV index

January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.