Leading from the warmest month,
August maintains the summer heat with a slightly reduced maximum temperature. The scenery continues to be lush and vibrant, proving that the increased rainfall from
July to August 278mm (10.94") works wonders for the local flora. Humidity remains relatively high, hovering around 76%. While the sun continues to dominate the sky, residents also experience heavy downpours interspersed with bright sunlight. This climatic interplay makes August a distinctive month with memorable weather traits in
Jeonju.
Temperature
Jeonju records the warmest temperatures in August, averaging a high of 31°C (87.8°F) and a low of 22.6°C (72.7°F).
Heat index
The heat index for August is appraised at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
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. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.
Humidity
In Jeonju, the average relative humidity in August is 76.7%.
Rainfall
In Jeonju,
South Korea, during August, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 278mm (10.94") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Jeonju, South Korea, there are 122.2 rainfall days, and 1313mm (51.69") of precipitation is accumulated.
Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Jeonju, South Korea, is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 19:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 19:00 KST.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 5.2h.