Sudan's rainfall continues to be overwhelming in
August, albeit lesser than
July with a drop to 119mm (4.69") of rainfall.
Kosti experiences warm days engrossed often with bouts of showers. The noticeably diminished heat is at its lowest in the year at 33.5°C (92.3°F). As an effect of the rain, the relative humidity intensifies, making the environment feel more muggy. Despite this, there is a good amount of daylight that continues to brighten the cityscape.
Temperature
The shift to August signals an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F), subtly varied from July's 33.7°C (92.7°F). In the month of August, an average of 22.9°C (73.2°F) marks the low-temperature in Kosti.
Heat index
The heat index for August is estimated at a blazing hot 46°C (114.8°F).
Stay vigilant: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may follow prolonged exertion.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 71%, August is the most humid month.
Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall in Kosti, Sudan. Rain falls for 12.2 days and accumulates 119mm (4.69") of precipitation.
Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of August in Kosti, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:00 CAT.
Sunshine
In Kosti, Sudan, the average sunshine in August is 7.1h.