August weather forecast
Gomparou, Benin

August, the last month of the summer in Gomparou, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.4°C (72.3°F) and 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

Gomparou experiences its lowest average temperatures in August, reaching a peak of 30.7°C (87.3°F) and a minimum of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is calculated 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.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 23.8 days and accumulates 149mm (5.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

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

UV index

August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Gomparou. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.