August weather forecastBalungao, Philippines

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Balungao, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.7°C (74.7°F) and max 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

The shift into August records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), subtly varied from July's 31.1°C (88°F). Throughout August, Balungao encounters an average temperature drop to a moderately hot 23.7°C (74.7°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 83%.

Rainfall

In Balungao, during August, the rain falls for 22.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 122mm (4.8") of precipitation. In Balungao, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.8 days and collects up to 739mm (29.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Balungao is 12h and 39min.
On the first day of August in Balungao, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 6:10 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Balungao, the average sunshine in August is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Balungao are February through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.