August is another wet month in Davao, with rain showers being a common occurrence. Despite the rain, there are still sunny days for beach activities like swimming and sunbathing. Snorkeling and diving conditions may be affected by the rain, but water sports like surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing can still be enjoyed when the winds are favorable. Also consider one of our other suggestions for August.
In August, the beach crowds in Davao remain low due to the ongoing rainy season. The Kadayawan Festival, which sometimes takes place in August, can attract some local visitors, but the overall crowd level at the beaches remains low.
The average maximum temperature in Davao in August is 32°. The average maximum temperature is 32° in the previous month and 32° in the next month.
The average temperature in Davao in August is 28°. The average temperature ranges is 28° in the previous month and 28° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Davao in August is 25°. The minimum temperature is 25° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Davao in August are 12.3 and there are 6.1 hours of sunshine per day on average during August making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Davao in August is typically 14.4 during August. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Davao in August is 29.3° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Davao in August is 10.9cm and on average there are 15 rainy days in August making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Davao in August is 26° which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning. The dew point is 26° in the previous month and 26° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Davao in August is typically 93.5%. The maximum relative humidity is 93.5% in the previous month and 93.2% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Davao in August is typically 79%. The average relative humidity is 79.5% in the previous month and 78.2% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Davao in August is typically 16kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 14kmh in the previous month and 14kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Davao in August is typically 7kmh. The average wind speed is 6kmh in the previous month and 6kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Davao in August is from the South.
