August in
Hengchun Township remains locked in the wet season. The temperatures mostly hold steady, with a negligible dip. Although the number of daylight hours reduces slightly, a high level of humidity ensures frequent periods of rainfall. The temperatures remain high, between 31.6°C (88.9°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F), and the township records a high precipitation level of 503mm (19.8") on average.
Temperature
Hengchun Township experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.6°C (88.9°F) in August, subtly different from
July's 31.9°C (89.4°F). The nighttime temperature dips to a moderately hot 25.3°C (77.5°F) on average during August.
Heat index
The heat index for August is calculated to be a burning hot 45°C (113°F).
Beware: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are very likely. Heatstroke is imminent with prolonged activity.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.
Humidity
August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 84%.
Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Hengchun Township is August, when the rain falls for 18.9 days and typically aggregates up to 503mm (19.8") of precipitation.
Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of August, in Hengchun Township, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:14 CST.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 6.3h.