August weather forecast
Abu Baham, Bahrain

In August, the days are less hot but humidity continues to rise, increasing the overall heat index. Abu Baham responds to these subtle changes with reduced outdoor activity during midday. The notable attribute of this month remains the absolute absence of rainfall, marking it as a dry period. Proceeding to September, residents anticipate shedding some humidity while maintaining the existing temperature range.

Temperature

Abu Baham registers an average high-temperature of a still very hot 36.4°C (97.5°F) at the commencement of August, closely related to the preceding month. A consistent nighttime average temperature of 33.4°C (92.1°F) is maintained during August.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is calculated to be a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Take note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke can occur with prolonged effort.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 58%.

Rainfall

June through September are months without rainfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:03 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of August, in Abu Baham, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 17:58 +03.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Abu Baham are June through August, with an average of 12.3h of sunshine.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index in Abu Baham. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 9 during August translates into these guidelines:
Take extra precautions. Protection against sun damage is required. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Post an outdoor workout or swimming, a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen should be applied generously and frequently.