August weather forecastDoña Imelda, Philippines

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Doña Imelda, Philippines, with an average temperature varying between 25.5°C (77.9°F) and 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during August is a still tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. An average temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F) is logged during the nights of August in Doña Imelda, a small step down from daytime highs.

Heat index

The heat index in August is estimated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Doña Imelda are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Doña Imelda, Philippines, in August, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 125mm (4.92") of accumulated precipitation. In Doña Imelda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185 days and collects up to 830mm (32.68") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 36min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 6:08 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Doña Imelda are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in August leads to these recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.