August weather forecast
Bantonan, Philippines

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Bantonan, Philippines, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.1°C (77.2°F) and max 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

In the transition from July to August, Bantonan reports an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.7°C (85.5°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. Bantonan, in August, logs an average low-temperature of 25.1°C (77.2°F), a subtle step down from daytime readings.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is estimated at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

In Bantonan, the average relative humidity in August is 82%.

Rainfall

In Bantonan, in August, it is raining for 23.5 days, with typically 165mm (6.5") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 251.4 rainfall days, and 1249mm (49.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 6:12 pm. On the last day of August, in Bantonan, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 5:57 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Bantonan, the average sunshine in August is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bantonan are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.