August weather forecastTanudan, Philippines

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Tanudan, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.2°C (72°F) and an average high of 31°C (87.8°F).

Temperature

The initiation of August sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), showing minor variations from the previous month. Tanudan encounters an average low-temperature of 22.2°C (72°F) during August nights.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Tanudan, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.

Rainfall

In Tanudan, Philippines, during August, the rain falls for 29 days and regularly aggregates up to 214mm (8.43") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 280.6 rainfall days, and 1540mm (60.63") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Tanudan, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 6:09 pm PST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10h.

UV index

April through June, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.