August weather forecast
Gastão, Angola

The last month of the winter, August, is another tropical month in Gastão, Angola, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.5°C (61.7°F) and 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

August stands out as Gastão's warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 31.3°C (88.3°F) and a low-temperature of 16.5°C (61.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is evaluated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. 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.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Gastão is 60%.

Rainfall

In Gastão, in August, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 22mm (0.87") of accumulated 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 in Gastão 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 17:56 WAT.

Sunshine

In Gastão, 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.