August weather forecast
Taurama, Papua New Guinea

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Taurama, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.5°C (72.5°F) and max 27.6°C (81.7°F).

Temperature

Taurama's temperatures tend to hit their minimum during July and August, with an average high-temperature of 27.6°C (81.7°F).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Staying active during long-term exposure might result in a state of exhaustion and cause heat cramps.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Taurama is 79%.

Rainfall

In Taurama, in August, during 17.1 rainfall days, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Taurama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 249.8 days and collects up to 1311mm (51.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Taurama is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of August in Taurama, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:09 +10.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

February, June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Taurama?
Taurama's temperatures tend to hit their minimum during July and August, with an average high-temperature of 27.6°C (81.7°F).
What are the temperatures in Taurama in August?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Taurama during August are 27.6°C (81.7°F) and 22.5°C (72.5°F) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Taurama?
The average relative humidity in August is 79%.
How much does it rain in Taurama in August?
In Taurama, during August, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Taurama have in August?
In August, the average day length in Taurama, Papua New Guinea, is 11h and 49min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Taurama?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, in Taurama, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:09 +10.
How long on average sun shines in August in Taurama?
In Taurama, Papua New Guinea, the average sunshine duration in August is 8.4h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Taurama?
The months with the lowest UV index in Taurama are February, June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index intensity in August in Taurama?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Taurama, Papua New Guinea
  • Average high temperature in August: 27.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (30.2°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (27.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 22.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22.5°C).

Average pressure in August
Taurama, Papua New Guinea
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1007.9mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Taurama, Papua New Guinea
  • Average wind speed in August: 17.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (18.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (9.7km/h).

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Taurama, Papua New Guinea
  • Average rainfall in August: 71mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (203mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (46mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Taurama, Papua New Guinea
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (24.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (14.7 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Taurama, Papua New Guinea
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Taurama, Papua New Guinea
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (13.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and April (5.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Taurama, Papua New Guinea
  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Taurama, Papua New Guinea
  • Average cloud cover in August: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 28).

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

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

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