August weather forecastTañong, Philippines

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Tañong, Philippines, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.2°C (86.4°F) and an average low of 25.4°C (77.7°F).

Temperature

The arrival of August sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.2°C (86.4°F), hardly diverging from July's 30.5°C (86.9°F). Tañong's nocturnal average in August closely mirrors its daytime temperatures, settling at a warm 25.4°C (77.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index in August is computed to be a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. 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 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant 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.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Tañong, in August, it is raining for 20.8 days, with typically 125mm (4.92") of accumulated precipitation. In Tañong, Philippines, during the entire year, the rain falls for 203.1 days and collects up to 842mm (33.15") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Tañong is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 6:08 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Tañong, the average sunshine in August is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Tañong are February through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in August leads to these recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.