August weather forecastKatha, Myanmar

Weather in August

August offers no relief from the rain, maintaining similar weather conditions to July. It's a continuity of the monsoon rhythm, with the city submerged under the frequent downpours. But it makes for a visually stunning and vibrant cityscape of lushly watered vegetation. The month brings alive another facet of Katha's charm that can be appreciated by monsoon lovers. The minor drop in temperature adds a stroke of pleasant chill to the damp weather.

Temperature

As Katha welcomes August, the average high-temperature records at a still hot 31.2°C (88.2°F), marking an insignificant deviation from the prior month. Nighttime temperatures in Katha, Myanmar, consistently average a warm 23.4°C (74.1°F) during August.

Heat index

The heat index in August is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Stay vigilant: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may follow prolonged exertion.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Katha is 86%.

Rainfall

In Katha, in August, during 29 rainfall days, 215mm (8.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Katha, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.7 days and collects up to 1144mm (45.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Katha, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 58min.
On the first day of August in Katha, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:23 +0630.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 7.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Katha are March through May, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.