August weather forecast
Santo Tomas, Philippines

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Santo Tomas, Philippines, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.3°C (73.9°F) and 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

The high-temperature average in August for Santo Tomas is a still warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), staying closely aligned with July's conditions. Santo Tomas experiences a consistent average temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F) throughout the nights in August.

Heat index

August's average heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. 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 particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

In Santo Tomas, the average relative humidity in August is 86%.

Rainfall

In Santo Tomas, during August, the rain falls for 26.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 175mm (6.89") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Santo Tomas, there are 300.8 rainfall days, and 1601mm (63.03") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of August in Santo Tomas, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 6:07 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.5h.

UV index

March through June, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Santo Tomas. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.