August weather forecast
Nouna, Burkina Faso

August sustains the wet conditions of July, keeping Nouna soaked in frequent bouts of rainfall. With the highest relative humidity of 65%, the city retains its steamy atmosphere, complemented by its noticeably cooler evenings. As cloud cover peaks, the amount of sunshine decreases. However, it creates a pleasant balance between the wet and warm weather conditions. Adding 122mm (4.8") to the chart, August continues the trend set by July and maintains its position in the rainy season.

Temperature

Nouna records the coldest temperatures in August, averaging a high of 33.5°C (92.3°F) and a low of 24.7°C (76.5°F).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is computed to be a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Beware: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are on the cards. Heatstroke could result from sustained physical activity.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 65%, August is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 18 days and typically aggregates up to 122mm (4.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Nouna, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of August, in Nouna, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:26 GMT.

Sunshine

In Nouna, the average sunshine in August is 8.7h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.