August weather forecastNew Zañiga, Philippines

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in New Zañiga, is also a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.2°C (86.4°F) and an average low of 25.7°C (78.3°F).

Temperature

August's weather displays an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.2°C (86.4°F), slightly varied from July's 30.7°C (87.3°F). New Zañiga nights in August witness a mild cool down to an average temperature of 25.7°C (78.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index for August is computed to be a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 22.5 days and typically aggregates up to 143mm (5.63") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in New Zañiga 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

In New Zañiga, the average sunshine in August is 8.5h.

UV index

February through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in New Zañiga. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.