August weather forecast
Bélesso, Mali

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Bélesso, Mali, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.2°C (90°F) and an average low of 22.8°C (73°F).

Temperature

Bélesso's coldest month, August, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 32.2°C (90°F) to a low of 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is estimated at a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Observe: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is on the horizon with prolonged exertion.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. 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. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

August is the most humid month in Bélesso, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21 days and accumulates 148mm (5.83") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:33 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Bélesso is 8.1h.

UV index

In Bélesso, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.