August weather forecastBolongongo, Angola

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is another hot month in Bolongongo, Angola, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.5°C (61.7°F) and max 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

In Bolongongo, the average temperatures in August are the highest, with a peak at 31.3°C (88.3°F) and a low of 16.5°C (61.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is estimated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and 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 remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 60%.

Rainfall

In Bolongongo, during August, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 261.7 rainfall days, and 1536mm (60.47") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:57 WAT.

Sunshine

In Bolongongo, the average sunshine in August is 7.3h.

UV index

April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

With average high temperatures of 31.3°C (88.3°F) and lows of 16.5°C (61.7°F), August is the warmest month in Bolongongo.

August temperatures in Bolongongo vary between a high-temperature of 31.3°C (88.3°F) and a low-temperature of 16.5°C (61.7°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 35°C (95°F).

In August, the average relative humidity is 60%.

In Bolongongo, in August, during 8.3 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Bolongongo, the average day length in August is 11h and 50min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:57 WAT.

The average sunshine duration in August is 7.3h.

April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

In Bolongongo, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Bolongongo, Angola

  • Average high temperature in August: 31.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 16.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (18.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (15.8°C).

Average pressure in August
Bolongongo, Angola

  • Average pressure in August: 1013.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Bolongongo, Angola

  • Average wind speed in August: 7.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (7.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (5.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
Bolongongo, Angola

  • Average humidity in August: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (54%).

Average rainfall in August
Bolongongo, Angola

  • Average rainfall in August: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (229mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Bolongongo, Angola

  • Average rainfall days in August: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.2 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bolongongo, Angola

  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 48min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and November (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Bolongongo, Angola

  • Average sunshine days in August: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (0.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Bolongongo, Angola

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Bolongongo, Angola

  • Average cloud cover in August: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in August
Bolongongo, Angola

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The month with the highest visibility is August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (6km).