August weather forecastGemas, Malaysia

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Gemas, Malaysia, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.4°C (74.1°F) and max 32.8°C (91°F).

Temperature

Gemas's temperature peaks during May and August, with an average high-temperature of 32.8°C (91°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is calculated to be a blazing hot 45°C (113°F). Vigilance: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. The likelihood of heatstroke increases with continued activity.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the least humid months in Gemas.

Rainfall

In Gemas, in August, during 14.3 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gemas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 230.8 days and collects up to 884mm (34.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of August in Gemas, Malaysia, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:14 pm +08.

Sunshine

July through September, with an average of 8.5h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Gemas.

UV index

February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Updated: Feb 9, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The months of May and August see the peak of Gemas's temperatures, averaging a high of 32.8°C (91°F).

During August, Gemas experiences an average high-temperature of 32.8°C (91°F) and a low-temperature of 23.4°C (74.1°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 45°C (113°F).

The months with the lowest humidity in Gemas, Malaysia, are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

In Gemas, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

In Gemas, Malaysia, during August, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.

In Gemas, Malaysia, the average day length in August is 12h and 12min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gemas, Malaysia, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:14 pm +08.

July through September, with an average of 8.5h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Gemas, Malaysia.

In August, the average sunshine duration is 8.5h.

February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In Gemas, Malaysia, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J August S O N D

Jul

August

Sep

Average high temperature

32.4°C

32.8°C

32.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.4km/h

5.6km/h

4.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.5

13.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

38%

40%

Average visibility

9km

Average temperature in August
Gemas, Malaysia

Average high temperature in August: 32.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are May and August (32.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (30.4°C).

Average low temperature in August: 23.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (22.1°C).

Average pressure in August
Gemas, Malaysia

Average pressure in August: 1009.1mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (1010.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Gemas, Malaysia

Average wind speed in August: 4.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (3.6km/h).

Average humidity in August
Gemas, Malaysia

Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Gemas, Malaysia

Average rainfall in August: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (114mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (36mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Gemas, Malaysia

Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (14.3 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gemas, Malaysia

Average daylight in August: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

Average sunshine in August: 8h and 30min

The months with the most sunshine are July, August and September (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Gemas, Malaysia

Average sunshine days in August: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (5.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Gemas, Malaysia

Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).