August weather forecastMasagana, Philippines

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Masagana, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.4°C (77.7°F) and an average high of 30.2°C (86.4°F).

Temperature

During August, Masagana records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.2°C (86.4°F), marking a slight divergence from July's 30.5°C (86.9°F). In August, Masagana's nighttime temperatures demonstrate a slight decrease, stabilizing at an average of 25.4°C (77.7°F).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in Masagana.

Rainfall

In Masagana, in August, it is raining for 20.8 days, with typically 125mm (4.92") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Masagana, there are 203.7 rainfall days, and 849mm (33.43") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Masagana 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, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 6:08 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Masagana is 8.6h.

UV index

February through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Masagana, Philippines. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.