August maintains a nearly identical trend to
July, portraying the quintessential summer traits. Humidity levels remain high and daylight hours are maximized. Despite the slight dip, temperatures continue to hover around 30.3°C (86.5°F). The heavier rainfall transforms the city into a lush green haven, making it a beautiful sight for visitors and residents.
Temperature
In
Jinju, August is identified by the highest average temperatures, reaching a peak of 30.3°C (86.5°F) and a low of 21.9°C (71.4°F).
Heat index
In August, the average heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt special protective actions against heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Long-duration activity risks heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 81%.
Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Jinju is August, when the rain falls for 12.8 days and typically aggregates up to 317mm (12.48") of precipitation.
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Jinju is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of August in Jinju,
South Korea, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 19:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:56 KST.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Jinju, South Korea, is 5.4h.