August weather forecastBasilisa, Philippines

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Basilisa, Philippines, with an average temperature varying between 29.5°C (85.1°F) and 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Temperature

Basilisa's August average high-temperature settles at a still warm 29.5°C (85.1°F), showing a near match with the preceding month. Basilisa experiences a steady nighttime temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F) throughout the month of August.

Heat index

August's average heat index is appraised at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

June, August and September, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months in Basilisa, Philippines.

Rainfall

In Basilisa, during August, the rain falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 62mm (2.44") of precipitation. In Basilisa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 257.2 days and collects up to 1339mm (52.72") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In August, the average sea temperature in Basilisa is 29.3°C (84.7°F).
Note: Water temperatures in the range of 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are warm and delightful, ensuring comfort during water activities over extended periods.

Daylight

In Basilisa, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 6:00 pm. On the last day of August, in Basilisa, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 5:47 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Basilisa are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Heads up! UV intensity is amplified by reflections from water and sand.