August
Weather in August
August in Tongyeong is the hottest month of the year. It records an average of 29.7°C (85.5°F) as the maximum temperature. The humidity level stands at around 80.6%. Despite the heat, August still remains a fantastic month for outdoor exploration, provided the necessary precautions are taken to beat the heat. Decrease in rainfall compared to July makes travel across the city more accessible and enjoyable.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. 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 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 19:29. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:54 KST.
Temperature
August, recognised by an average high temperature of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and a low of 23.4°C (74.1°F), is Tongyeong's warmest month.Heat index
The heat index in August is appraised at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. 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 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 80.6%.Rainfall
In Tongyeong, in August, during 11.2 rainfall days, 226mm (8.9") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97.4 rainfall days, and 1451mm (57.13") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 26min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 19:29. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:54 KST.
Sunshine
In Tongyeong, South Korea, the average sunshine in August is 6.1h.Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month?
August, marked by an average high-temperature of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and a low-temperature of 23.4°C (74.1°F), is the warmest month.
Is it hot during August?
In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 23.4°C (74.1°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 37°C (98.6°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
The average relative humidity in August in Tongyeong, South Korea, is 80.6%.
How much does it rain in Tongyeong in August?
In Tongyeong, in August, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 226mm (8.9") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in August?
In August, the average day length is 13h and 26min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 19:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:54 KST.
How many hours of sunshine does Tongyeong have in August?
In Tongyeong, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.1h.
Average temperature in August
Tongyeong, South Korea
- Average high temperature in August: 29.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.1°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 23.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.8°C).
Average humidity in August
Tongyeong, South Korea
- Average humidity in August: 80.6%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84.8%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (53.4%).
Average rainfall in August
Tongyeong, South Korea
- Average rainfall in August: 225.8mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (313.5mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (21.1mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Tongyeong, South Korea
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.9 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Tongyeong, South Korea
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 6h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).
