August weather forecast
Akraké, Benin

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Akraké, Benin, with an average temperature varying between 23.4°C (74.1°F) and 28.7°C (83.7°F).

Temperature

Akraké's temperature records reveal August as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 28.7°C (83.7°F) and lows of 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is appraised at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Akraké, in August, it is raining for 18.9 days, with typically 37mm (1.46") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.7 rainfall days, and 481mm (18.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Akraké is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:56 WAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

January through May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during August translates into these guidelines:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Feb 1, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Akraké?

August, marked by an average high-temperature of 28.7°C (83.7°F) and a low-temperature of 23.4°C (74.1°F), is the coldest month in Akraké.

How hot is August in Akraké?

The high-temperature, in August, in Akraké, records 28.7°C (83.7°F), while the low-temperature is 23.4°C (74.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 34°C (93.2°F).

What is the most humid month in Akraké?

July through September, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months in Akraké.

What is the average humidity in August in Akraké?

In Akraké, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.

How many days does it rain in August in Akraké?

In Akraké, during August, the rain falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in August in Akraké?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Akraké?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:56 WAT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Akraké?

The average sunshine duration in August in Akraké, Benin, is 5.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Akraké?

The months with the highest UV index in Akraké are January through May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

How high is the UV index in August in Akraké?

In Akraké, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Akraké, Benin

Average temperature in August - Akraké, Benin
  • Average high temperature in August: 28.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (33.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 23.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.4°C).

Average pressure in August
Akraké, Benin

Average pressure in August - Akraké, 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
Akraké, Benin

Average wind speed in August - Akraké, Benin
  • Average wind speed in August: 13.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.8km/h).

Average humidity in August
Akraké, Benin

Average humidity in August - Akraké, Benin
  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (67%).

Average rainfall in August
Akraké, Benin

Average rainfall in August - Akraké, Benin
  • Average rainfall in August: 37mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (110mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (7mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Akraké, Benin

Average rainfall days in August - Akraké, Benin
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Akraké, Benin
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min

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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Akraké, Benin

Average sunshine days in August - Akraké, Benin
  • Average sunshine days in August: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Akraké, Benin

Average UV index in August - Akraké, Benin
  • Average UV index in August: 7

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

Average cloud cover in August
Akraké, Benin

Average cloud cover in August - Akraké, 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 15).

Average visibility in August
Akraké, Benin

Average visibility in August - Akraké, Benin
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).

Akraké, Benin

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