August weather forecastCamagong, Philippines

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is a tropical month in Camagong, Philippines, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°C (86°F) and 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Temperature

Transitioning into August, Camagong experiences an average high-temperature of a tropical 30°C (86°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. Camagong's average low-temperature in the month of August is recorded at a moderately hot 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index for August is calculated to be a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. 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.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 83%.

Rainfall

In Camagong, Philippines, during August, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 96mm (3.78") of precipitation. In Camagong, during the entire year, the rain falls for 269.6 days and collects up to 1468mm (57.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Camagong, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 6:13 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 5:57 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.7h.

UV index

February, April through September and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Camagong, Philippines. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.