August weather forecast
Basso, Benin

August generally has bleak weather in Basso, Benin, with the city recording its highest rainfall of 149mm (5.87") for the year. Intermittent showers and an increase in the number of rain-fed days make the city appear quite misty. It also witnesses the year's highest relative humidity, the rate standing at a soaking 80%. This month registers the lowest visibility, cloaking the city in a shroud of dense clouds. Despite recording a slight drop in temperatures, August stands out as one of the chillier months in Basso due to continuous downpours.

Temperature

Basso records the coldest temperatures in August, averaging a high of 30.7°C (87.3°F) and a low of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

August's heat index is computed to be a scorching 40°C (104°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 19:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:55 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.6h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.