August weather forecastSala, Philippines

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Sala, Philippines, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.2°C (75.6°F) and max 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

Sala signifies an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.8°C (85.6°F) in August, closely reflecting the conditions of July. During the nights in August, Sala experiences a consistent average temperature of 24.2°C (75.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is computed to be a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Sala is 85%.

Rainfall

In Sala, in August, it is raining for 19.7 days, with typically 65mm (2.56") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sala, Philippines, there are 216.4 rainfall days, and 476mm (18.74") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Sala is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of August, in Sala, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 6:08 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Sala is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sala are January, August, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.