August weather forecastNamhkin, Myanmar

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Namhkin, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.2°C (88.2°F) and an average low of 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Temperature

As Namhkin steps into August, the average high-temperature holds at a still tropical 31.2°C (88.2°F), hinting at a minor fluctuation from the prior month. An average nighttime temperature of 23.4°C (74.1°F) is recorded during August.

Heat index

August's mean heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

In Namhkin, in August, it is raining for 29 days, with typically 215mm (8.46") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Namhkin, there are 182.7 rainfall days, and 1144mm (45.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Namhkin, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 59min.
On the first day of August in Namhkin, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:26 +0630.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 7.1h.

UV index

March through May, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.