August weather forecast
Ralalar, Papua New Guinea

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is also a moderately hot month in Ralalar, Papua New Guinea, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.3°C (77.5°F) and max 28.6°C (83.5°F).

Temperature

With the arrival of August, Ralalar's average high-temperature registers at a still warm 28.6°C (83.5°F), indicating a subtle variation from the previous month. An average nighttime temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) marks August.

Heat index

The heat index for August is calculated to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.

Humidity

In Ralalar, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Ralalar, in August, it is raining for 25.3 days, with typically 157mm (6.18") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 314.3 rainfall days, and 2023mm (79.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ralalar, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:52 +10.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?
August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and a low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
In Ralalar, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.
How much does it rain in August?
In August, the rain falls for 25.3 days. Throughout August, 157mm (6.18") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in August?
In Ralalar, the average day length in August is 11h and 59min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:52 +10.
How many hours of sunshine does Ralalar have in August?
The average sunshine duration in August is 8.3h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
How high is the UV index in August?
In Ralalar, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August - Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
Average temperature in August
Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
  • Average high temperature in August: 28.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (28.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 25.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is September (25.1°C).

Average pressure in August - Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
Average pressure in August
Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
  • Average pressure in August: 1010mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are August and September (1010mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
Average wind speed in August
Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
  • Average wind speed in August: 13.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (13.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (7.5km/h).

Average humidity in August - Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
Average humidity in August
Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in August - Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
Average rainfall in August
Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
  • Average rainfall in August: 157mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (226mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (109mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
Average rainfall days in August
Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
  • Average rainfall days in August: 25.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (27.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (24.4 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August - Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
Average sunshine days in August
Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
  • Average sunshine days in August: 3.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (4.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.6 days).

Average UV index in August - Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
Average UV index in August
Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
  • Average UV index in August: 7

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

Average cloud cover in August - Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
Average cloud cover in August
Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
  • Average cloud cover in August: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are May, September, October and November (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in August - Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
Average visibility in August
Ralalar, Papua New Guinea
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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

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