August weather forecastAhogbé, Benin

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Ahogbé, Benin, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.4°C (81.3°F) and min 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

The coldest period is August, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 27.4°C (81.3°F) and a low of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Extended exposure and activity might lead to tiredness, potentially resulting in heat cramps.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. 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', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months in Ahogbé, Benin.

Rainfall

In Ahogbé, in August, it is raining for 21.5 days, with typically 41mm (1.61") of accumulated precipitation. In Ahogbé, during the entire year, the rain falls for 220.8 days and collects up to 678mm (26.69") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Ahogbé, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:09. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:58 WAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

August, with its average high-temperature of 27.4°C (81.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F), holds the record as the coldest month in Ahogbé.

The average high-temperature, in August, in Ahogbé, is 27.4°C (81.3°F), while the average low-temperature is 23.3°C (73.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).

The months with the highest humidity in Ahogbé are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

In Ahogbé, the average relative humidity in August is 84%.

In Ahogbé, in August, during 21.5 rainfall days, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Ahogbé, Benin, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

In Ahogbé, Benin, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.

In Ahogbé, the average day length in August is 12h and 19min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:09. On the last day of the month, in Ahogbé, Benin, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:58 WAT.

In Ahogbé, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.4h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Ahogbé, Benin, are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

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

  • Average high temperature in August: 27.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (32.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 23.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Ahogbé, Benin

  • Average pressure in August: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Ahogbé, Benin

  • Average wind speed in August: 15.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.5km/h).

Average humidity in August
Ahogbé, Benin

  • Average humidity in August: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Ahogbé, Benin

  • Average rainfall in August: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (125mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (16mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Ahogbé, Benin

  • Average rainfall days in August: 21.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and September (24.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall days in August
Ahogbé, Benin

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ahogbé, Benin

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Ahogbé, Benin

  • Average sunshine days in August: 5.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Ahogbé, Benin

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Ahogbé, Benin

  • Average cloud cover in August: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in August
Ahogbé, Benin

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).