August weather forecast
Gobada, Benin

August, the last month of the summer in Gobada, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

August, with average temperatures reaching a high of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and a low of 21.8°C (71.2°F), is the coldest month.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gobada, during August, the rain falls for 27.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 104mm (4.09") of precipitation. In Gobada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.1 days and collects up to 739mm (29.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:11. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:00 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.