August weather forecastLasam, Philippines

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Lasam, Philippines, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.8°C (89.2°F) and 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Temperature

The advent of August sees the average high-temperature at a still tropical 31.8°C (89.2°F), subtly shifted from July's 32.1°C (89.8°F). Lasam usually reports an average low-temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F) during the month of August.

Heat index

For August, the heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 45°C (113°F). Heed: Expect heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continued action may cause heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
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 effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Lasam is 83%.

Rainfall

In Lasam, during August, the rain falls for 23.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 162mm (6.38") of precipitation. In Lasam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 243.1 days and collects up to 1398mm (55.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Lasam is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 6:08 pm PST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Lasam is 10h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Lasam. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. 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. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.