August weather forecast
Aitape, Papua New Guinea

The weather in August portrays Aitape’s tropical demeanor without fail. Consistent rain, accompanied by its usual high humidity, are traits of this month. There’s a slight increase in wind speed, felt especially during the day. A record maximum temperature for the year at 28.3°C (82.9°F) is noted in August. The slightly hotter temperatures and sunny intervals perfectly complement the seaside activities.

Temperature

As Aitape welcomes August, the average high-temperature is noted at a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. During August, the average low-temperature is a pleasant 20.1°C (68.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is evaluated at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are February, August through November, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Aitape, in August, during 29.7 rainfall days, 216mm (8.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Aitape, during the entire year, the rain falls for 340.3 days and collects up to 2452mm (96.54") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

August is the month with the coldest seawater in Aitape, with an average sea temperature of 28.9°C (84°F).
Note: Water activities including swimming and diving at temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed very pleasurable and enjoyable for extended periods, devoid of discomfort.

Daylight

In Aitape, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of August, in Aitape, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:32 +10.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Aitape are March, April, June through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during August leads to these advisories:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is significantly increased by the reflection of the water and sand.