August weather forecastAfodiobo, Benin
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Afodiobo, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 28°C (82.4°F) and 21°C (69.8°F).Temperature
August, with its high-temperature average of 28°C (82.4°F) and a low-temperature average of 21°C (69.8°F), is the coldest month.Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Humidity
The most humid month in Afodiobo is August, with an average relative humidity of 87%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Afodiobo is August, when the rain falls for 28.4 days and typically aggregates up to 156mm (6.14") of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 25min.On the first day of August in Afodiobo, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:02 WAT.
Sunshine
August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Afodiobo, Benin
- Average high temperature in August: 28°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (38.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 21°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (24.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°C).
Average pressure in August
Afodiobo, Benin
- Average pressure in August: 1012.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1008.6mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Afodiobo, Benin
- Average wind speed in August: 6.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Afodiobo, Benin
- Average humidity in August: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (23%).
Average rainfall in August
Afodiobo, Benin
- Average rainfall in August: 156mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (156mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Afodiobo, Benin
- Average rainfall days in August: 28.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.4 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Afodiobo, Benin
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 6h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Afodiobo, Benin
- Average sunshine days in August: 1.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Afodiobo, Benin
- Average UV index in August: 6
The month with the highest UV index is March (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Afodiobo, Benin
- Average cloud cover in August: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 4).
Average visibility in August
Afodiobo, Benin
- Average visibility in August: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (7km).
