In line with the ongoing wet season,
Ranong's weather in
August reaches its rainiest point with average rainfall inching up to a considerable 789mm (31.06"). August is undeniably the rainiest month of the year. As the daylight hours contract slightly, temperatures, too, start to dip a fraction. However, one can anticipate the onset of the tail-end of the rainy season, as the close of August foretells a reduction in rainfall. Consequently, August ends on a promising note, quietly hinting at the weather changes to come.
Temperature
In Ranong, August and
September are characterised by the lowest temperatures, recording an average high of 30.5°C (86.9°F).
Heat index
The heat index in August is evaluated at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.
Humidity
August and September, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months.
Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 28 days and accumulates 789mm (31.06") of precipitation.
Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Ranong is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of August, in Ranong, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:35 +07.