August weather forecast and climate
Kota Bharu, Malaysia

August, the last month of the summer, in Kota Bharu, is another hot month, with average temperature fluctuating between 23.4°C (74.1°F) and 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature, in August, is 31.8°C (89.2°F), while the average low-temperature is 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Rainfall

In Kota Bharu, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 172.3mm (6.8") of accumulated precipitation. In Kota Bharu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.6 days and collects up to 2599.2mm (102.3") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In August, the average sea temperature in Kota Bharu is 29.4°C (84.9°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Kota Bharu is 12.3h.

Sunshine

In Kota Bharu, the average sunshine in August is 6.9h.

UV index

January through May, July through October, 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 extreme health hazard from unsafe exposure to the UV radiation for the average person.
The average daily UV index of 12 in August transform into the following instructions:
Practice all-important precautions. Light skin people may get burned in less than 5 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. A broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ should be liberally applied and re-applied every two hours, and immediately after an outdoor workout or a swim. Caution! The reflection of sand and water significantly increases the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.