Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
August, with its high-temperature average of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and a low-temperature average of 23.9°C (75°F), is the coldest month.Heat index
The heat index for August is evaluated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Continuous activity in exposure could lead to a feeling of fatigue and heat cramps.Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 86%, August is the most humid month in Koya, Sierra Leone.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 30.2 days and typically aggregates up to 391mm (15.39") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Koya is 12h and 25min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:13. On the last day of August, in Koya, Sierra Leone, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:01 GMT.
Sunshine
August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.UV index
July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Koya. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in August in Koya?
How many hours of daylight does Koya have in August?
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Koya?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Koya?
How long on average sun shines in August in Koya?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Koya?
What is the UV index intensity in August in Koya?
Average temperature in August
Koya, Sierra Leone
- Average high temperature in August: 27.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 23.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.9°C).
Average pressure in August
Koya, Sierra Leone
- Average pressure in August: 1013.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.4mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Koya, Sierra Leone
- Average wind speed in August: 12km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.8km/h).
Average humidity in August
Koya, Sierra Leone
- Average humidity in August: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (68%).
Average rainfall in August
Koya, Sierra Leone
- Average rainfall in August: 391mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (391mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Koya, Sierra Leone
- Average rainfall days in August: 30.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.8 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Koya, Sierra Leone
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 4h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Koya, Sierra Leone
- Average sunshine days in August: 0.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (29 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Koya, Sierra Leone
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Koya, Sierra Leone
- Average cloud cover in August: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 11).
Average visibility in August
Koya, Sierra Leone
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).
Koya, Sierra Leone
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