August weather forecastTuktukan, Philippines

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Tuktukan, Philippines, with an average temperature varying between 30.1°C (86.2°F) and 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

The transition from July to August sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.1°C (86.2°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. Tuktukan, during the August nights, maintains an average temperature of 25.8°C (78.4°F), closely aligned with its daytime readings.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

July through September, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Tuktukan, during August, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 91mm (3.58") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Tuktukan, there are 159.6 rainfall days, and 545mm (21.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of August, in Tuktukan, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 6:09 pm PST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.