August weather forecastErmitaño, Philippines

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Ermitaño, Philippines, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.3°C (86.5°F) and 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Temperature

Ermitaño starts August with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from July. Nights in August showcase an average temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F), slightly cooler than the daytime.

Heat index

August's mean heat index is estimated at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Ermitaño is August, when the rain falls for 19.9 days and typically aggregates up to 70mm (2.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Ermitaño is 8.4h.

UV index

February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Ermitaño. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Ermitaño, Philippines, during August are 30.3°C (86.5°F) and 25.5°C (77.9°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 39°C (102.2°F).

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

In August, the average relative humidity in Ermitaño, Philippines, is 81%.

The month with the most rainfall in Ermitaño, Philippines, is August, when the rain falls for 19.9 days and typically aggregates up to 70mm (2.76") of precipitation.

In Ermitaño, in August, during 19.9 rainfall days, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in August is 12h and 36min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ermitaño, Philippines, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 6:08 pm PST.

In Ermitaño, Philippines, the average sunshine duration in August is 8.4h.

The months with the highest UV index are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In Ermitaño, Philippines, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Ermitaño, Philippines

  • Average high temperature in August: 30.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (33.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 25.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.9°C).

Average pressure in August
Ermitaño, Philippines

  • Average pressure in August: 1007.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Ermitaño, Philippines

  • Average wind speed in August: 10.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
Ermitaño, Philippines

  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (70%).

Average rainfall in August
Ermitaño, Philippines

  • Average rainfall in August: 70mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (70mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (3mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Ermitaño, Philippines

  • Average rainfall days in August: 19.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ermitaño, Philippines

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Ermitaño, Philippines

  • Average sunshine days in August: 6.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (6.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Ermitaño, Philippines

  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Ermitaño, Philippines

  • Average cloud cover in August: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in August
Ermitaño, Philippines

  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August, September and October (9km).