August weather forecast
Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso

August weather in Bobo-Dioulasso embraces the continued rainfall pattern, wrapping up the peak of the wet season. This trend is reflected by the rainfall amount, which reaches its peak annual value of 160mm (6.3"). It is also a period of diminishing daylight and sunshine, countered marginally by an almost constant visibility. As September approaches, an evident shift from the rainy season towards drier climates looms, signaling the slow yet sure transition of seasons.

Temperature

Bobo-Dioulasso's August weather, marked by an average high temperature of 30.3°C (86.5°F) and an average low temperature of 22°C (71.6°F), is the coldest in the year.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 26.2 days and typically aggregates up to 160mm (6.3") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Bobo-Dioulasso is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of August in Bobo-Dioulasso, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:27 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Bobo-Dioulasso is August, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.

UV index

August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.