August weather forecastMarilao, Philippines

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Marilao, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.7°C (76.5°F) and 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

The start of August marks an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F), no different from the conditions in July. Throughout August nights, Marilao registers an average low-temperature of 24.7°C (76.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is calculated to be a scorching 40°C (104°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Marilao, during August, the rain falls for 28.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 298mm (11.73") of precipitation. In Marilao, Philippines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 245.4 days and collects up to 1578mm (62.13") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Marilao, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 37min.
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 Marilao, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 6:08 pm PST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Marilao is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Marilao are February through June, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.