August weather forecastPekan, Malaysia

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Pekan, Malaysia, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°C (78.6°F) and 31.1°C (88°F).

Temperature

As Pekan transitions into August, the average high-temperature stands at a still tropical 31.1°C (88°F), offering no variation from the preceding month. Throughout August, the temperature falls to an average low of 25.9°C (78.6°F).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is appraised at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Pekan, Malaysia, in August, during 25.5 rainfall days, 145mm (5.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pekan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 280.1 days and collects up to 1828mm (71.97") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Pekan is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of August, in Pekan, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:12 pm +08.

Sunshine

In Pekan, the average sunshine in August is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

In Pekan, 31.1°C (88°F) is the average high-temperature and 25.9°C (78.6°F) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 41°C (105.8°F).

The average relative humidity in August in Pekan is 78%.

In Pekan, Malaysia, in August, during 25.5 rainfall days, 145mm (5.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in August is 12h and 14min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:20 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pekan, Malaysia, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:12 pm +08.

In Pekan, the average sunshine duration in August is 8.8h.

February through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Pekan, Malaysia.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Pekan is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Pekan, Malaysia

  • Average high temperature in August: 31.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are May and June (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 25.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (24.5°C).

Average pressure in August
Pekan, Malaysia

  • Average pressure in August: 1009.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (1008.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Pekan, Malaysia

  • Average wind speed in August: 10.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.8km/h).

Average humidity in August
Pekan, Malaysia

  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (77%).

Average rainfall in August
Pekan, Malaysia

  • Average rainfall in August: 145mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (257mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (76mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Pekan, Malaysia

  • Average rainfall days in August: 25.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (27 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.3 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Pekan, 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: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Pekan, Malaysia

  • Average sunshine days in August: 4.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (10.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (2.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Pekan, Malaysia

  • Average UV index in August: 7

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

Average cloud cover in August
Pekan, Malaysia

  • Average cloud cover in August: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in August
Pekan, Malaysia

  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March and June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).