The last month of the summer,
August, is also a hot month in
Maha Sarakham,
Thailand, with an average temperature varying between 33°C (91.4°F) and 24.3°C (75.7°F).
Temperature
The shift into August uncovers an average high-temperature of a still hot 33°C (91.4°F), subtly different from the previous month. An average low-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F) marks the month of August in Maha Sarakham.
Heat index
The heat index in August is appraised at a life-threatening hot 49°C (120.2°F).
Keep on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a possible danger with ongoing physical activity.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 82%.
Rainfall
In Maha Sarakham, in August, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 210mm (8.27") of accumulated precipitation. In Maha Sarakham, Thailand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102 days and collects up to 1202mm (47.32") of precipitation.
Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Maha Sarakham, Thailand, is 12h and 39min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:20 +07.