August weather forecast
Permatang Tengah, Malaysia

August, the last month of the summer in Permatang Tengah, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.9°C (89.4°F) and 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Temperature

The introduction of August sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.9°C (89.4°F), hardly deviating from July. In the month of August, Permatang Tengah's average low-temperature falls to a warm 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 43°C (109.4°F). Take note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke can occur with prolonged effort.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

June through August, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months in Permatang Tengah.

Rainfall

In Permatang Tengah, Malaysia, in August, it is raining for 21 days, with typically 81mm (3.19") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 263.9 rainfall days, and 1139mm (44.84") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Permatang Tengah is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 7:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 7:25 pm +08.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Permatang Tengah 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 in Permatang Tengah. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.