August weather forecast
Sultan Gumander, Philippines

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Sultan Gumander, Philippines, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.2°C (84.6°F) and an average low of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Temperature

The advent of August observes an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.2°C (84.6°F), nearly identical to July's 28.8°C (83.8°F). An average low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F) is recorded during the nights in August in Sultan Gumander, Philippines.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 82%.

Rainfall

In Sultan Gumander, in August, during 25.1 rainfall days, 122mm (4.8") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 271.2 rainfall days, and 1275mm (50.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of August in Sultan Gumander, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 6:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 5:52 pm PST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Sultan Gumander is 9.2h.

UV index

January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Sultan Gumander. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.