August weather forecast
Banikoara, Benin

August continues with the monsoon legacy in Banikoara, showing no signs of respite. With the highest relative humidity peaking at 80%, the city faces a heightened dampness in the air, leading to a overwhelming humidity experience. Despite the moderate temperature, the atmosphere sticks to a rain-soaked canvas, maintaining the monsoon theme. This weather pattern, however, nurtures the local ecology, contributing significantly to the region's environmental prosperity.

Temperature

Banikoara's coldest temperatures are experienced in August, with average high temperatures of 30.7°C (87.3°F) and lows of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, August is the most humid month in Banikoara.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Banikoara is August, when the rain falls for 23.8 days and typically aggregates up to 149mm (5.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Banikoara, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:14. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 19:00 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Banikoara is August, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Banikoara are August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.