August weather forecast
New Manila, Philippines

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

Temperature

New Manila's average high-temperature in August is a still hot 30.3°C (86.5°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 30.7°C (87.3°F) of July. Nighttime temperature in New Manila reflects an average dip to a moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F) in August, subtly cooler than its daytime highs.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In New Manila, the average sunshine in August is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during August morphs into the following directions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.