August weather forecast
Dan, Benin

August, the last month of the summer in Dan, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 21.8°C (71.2°F) and 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

Dan reaches its lowest average temperatures in August, measuring 29.8°C (85.6°F) at the peak and 21.8°C (71.2°F) at the lowest.

Heat index

The heat index value during August is appraised at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

In Dan, the average relative humidity in August is 83%.

Rainfall

In Dan, during August, the rain falls for 27.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 104mm (4.09") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dan, there are 207.1 rainfall days, and 739mm (29.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Dan is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of August in Dan, Benin, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:59 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Dan is August, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Dan, Benin. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.