August weather forecast
Lucala, Angola

August, the last month of the winter in Lucala, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 17.7°C (63.9°F) and max 32°C (89.6°F).

Temperature

August, with average temperatures reaching a high of 32°C (89.6°F) and a low of 17.7°C (63.9°F), is the warmest month.

Heat index

August's average heat index is appraised at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense 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 Lucala is 62%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 2.1 days. Throughout August, 2mm (0.08") of precipitation is accumulated. In Lucala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 208.7 days and collects up to 1182mm (46.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of August in Lucala, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:01 WAT.

Sunshine

In Lucala, the average sunshine in August is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.