August weather forecastSan Mateo, Philippines

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in San Mateo, Philippines, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.3°C (75.7°F) and 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

The transition from July to August brings an average high-temperature of a warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), barely different from July's 30.1°C (86.2°F). August's average low-temperature reading in San Mateo settles at a still moderately hot 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. 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. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in San Mateo are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In August, in San Mateo, the rain falls for 27.1 days. Throughout August, 211mm (8.31") of precipitation is accumulated. In San Mateo, Philippines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 250.5 days and collects up to 1347mm (53.03") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in San Mateo is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 6:08 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in San Mateo, Philippines, are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.