August weather forecastKampar, Malaysia

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Kampar, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.2°C (72°F) and 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

As Kampar transitions into August, the average high-temperature stands at a still tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F), offering no variation from the preceding month. The average low-temperature of 22.2°C (72°F) is witnessed in Kampar during August.

Heat index

The heat index in August is computed to be a scorching 40°C (104°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, August is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In August, in Kampar, the rain falls for 27.4 days. Throughout August, 165mm (6.5") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 325.7 rainfall days, and 2239mm (88.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of August in Kampar, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 7:21 pm +08.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Kampar is 8.5h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kampar. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.