August weather forecast
Bafia, Cameroon

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Weather in August

August in Bafia carries on with the monsoon-like weather with no marked differences from July. Although the average temperatures decrease slightly, the humidity remains consistently high. Even though rainfall dips to 150mm (5.91"), August still ranks as one of Bafia's wettest months. The cloud cover perseveres with its theme of sustainability, essentially blocking out vast quantities of sunshine. Meanwhile, the wind speed begins to pick up, creating soothing breezes amidst the city's populace.

Temperature

Bafia reaches its lowest average temperatures in August, measuring 27.2°C (81°F) at the peak and 20°C (68°F) at the lowest.

Heat index

The heat index for August is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). If one remains active during constant exposure, it might cause exhaustion and heat cramps.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. 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.

Humidity

July through September, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are the most humid months in Bafia.

Rainfall

In Bafia, in August, during 30.2 rainfall days, 150mm (5.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 264.5 rainfall days, and 1181mm (46.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of August in Bafia, Cameroon, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:21 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.2h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Bafia.

UV index

June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in August leads to these guidelines:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Bafia?

August is the coldest month in Bafia, Cameroon, exhibiting average temperatures of 27.2°C (81°F) at the peak and 20°C (68°F) at the base.

What is the usual temperature for Bafia in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Bafia, records 27.2°C (81°F), while the low-temperature is 20°C (68°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the most humid month in Bafia?

The months with the highest humidity in Bafia are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in August in Bafia?

In August, the average relative humidity in Bafia is 90%.

How much does it rain in Bafia in August?

In Bafia, Cameroon, in August, it is raining for 30.2 days, with typically 150mm (5.91") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Bafia have in August?

In Bafia, Cameroon, the average day length in August is 12h and 16min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Bafia?

On the first day of August in Bafia, Cameroon, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:21 WAT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Bafia?

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Bafia?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bafia?

The months with the lowest UV index are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in August in Bafia?

In Bafia, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Bafia, Cameroon

Average temperature in August - Bafia, Cameroon
  • Average high temperature in August: 27.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (35.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 20°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (22.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July, August and September (20°C).

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Average pressure in August
Bafia, Cameroon

Average pressure in August - Bafia, Cameroon
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Bafia, Cameroon

Average wind speed in August - Bafia, Cameroon
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (3.9km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Bafia, Cameroon

Average humidity in August - Bafia, Cameroon
  • Average humidity in August: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (62%).

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Average rainfall in August
Bafia, Cameroon

Average rainfall in August - Bafia, Cameroon
  • Average rainfall in August: 150mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (191mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (5mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Bafia, Cameroon

Average rainfall days in August - Bafia, Cameroon
  • Average rainfall days in August: 30.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are August and October (30.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bafia, Cameroon

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Bafia, Cameroon
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Bafia, Cameroon

Average sunshine days in August - Bafia, Cameroon
  • Average sunshine days in August: 0.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are August and September (0.1 days).

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Average UV index in August
Bafia, Cameroon

Average UV index in August - Bafia, Cameroon
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in August
Bafia, Cameroon

Average cloud cover in August - Bafia, Cameroon
  • Average cloud cover in August: 80

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 80).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in August
Bafia, Cameroon

Average visibility in August - Bafia, Cameroon
  • Average visibility in August: 5km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (5km).

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