August weather forecast
Dodomé, Benin

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Dodomé, Benin, with an average temperature varying between 27.4°C (81.3°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during August, when averages reach a peak of 27.4°C (81.3°F) and a low of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Persistent activity under exposure might lead to a feeling of weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through August, October through December are months without snowfall in Dodomé.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of August in Dodomé, Benin, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:59 WAT.

Sunshine

In Dodomé, the average sunshine in August 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. 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 broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Dodomé?
In Dodomé, Benin, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in August, averaging a high of 27.4°C (81.3°F) and a low of 23.3°C (73.9°F).
What is the average August temperature in Dodomé?
In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dodomé are 27.4°C (81.3°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).
What are the most humid months in Dodomé?
The months with the highest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 84%.
What is the average humidity in August in Dodomé?
The average relative humidity in August in Dodomé is 84%.
How many days does it rain in August in Dodomé?
In Dodomé, Benin, during August, the rain falls for 21.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation.
When it does not snow in Dodomé?
In Dodomé, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.
Does it snow in Dodomé in August?
In Dodomé, Benin, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.
How many hours of daylight does Dodomé have in August?
In August, the average day length in Dodomé, Benin, is 12h and 20min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Dodomé?
On the first day of August in Dodomé, Benin, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:59 WAT.
How long on average sun shines in August in Dodomé?
The average sunshine duration in August is 6.4h.
When is the lowest UV index in Dodomé?
July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Dodomé, Benin.
How high is the UV index in August in Dodomé?
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Dodomé, Benin, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August - Dodomé, Benin
Average temperature in August
Dodomé, 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 - Dodomé, Benin
Average pressure in August
Dodomé, 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 - Dodomé, Benin
Average wind speed in August
Dodomé, 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 - Dodomé, Benin
Average humidity in August
Dodomé, 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 - Dodomé, Benin
Average rainfall in August
Dodomé, 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 - Dodomé, Benin
Average rainfall days in August
Dodomé, 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 - Dodomé, Benin
Average snowfall days in August
Dodomé, 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 - Dodomé, Benin
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dodomé, 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: 6h and 2min

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 - Dodomé, Benin
Average sunshine days in August
Dodomé, 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 - Dodomé, Benin
Average UV index in August
Dodomé, 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 - Dodomé, Benin
Average cloud cover in August
Dodomé, 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 - Dodomé, Benin
Average visibility in August
Dodomé, 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).

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