August weather forecastKumonal, Philippines

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Kumonal, Philippines, with an average temperature varying between 23.7°C (74.7°F) and 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

The arrival of August marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F) from July's 29.3°C (84.7°F). In Kumonal, August's nights observe an average temperature dip to a still warm 23.7°C (74.7°F).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is evaluated at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. 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. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

In Kumonal, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Kumonal, in August, during 24.8 rainfall days, 103mm (4.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kumonal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 265 days and collects up to 916mm (36.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of August in Kumonal, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 5:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 5:45 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kumonal are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.