August weather forecast
Guinagourou, Benin

August

Weather in August

August retains the monsoonal influence with the highest humidity of the year at 87%, and a remarkable rainfall of 140mm (5.51"). August falls into the group of the least sunny months of the year for Guinagourou. The warmth continues to persist, with the temperatures hovering around pleasant values. Despite the rain, the city remains an interesting visit for its unique August weather.

Temperature

Guinagourou experiences its lowest temperatures in August, with an average peak of 28.4°C (83.1°F) and a low of 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. 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. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 25.1 days and accumulates 140mm (5.51") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Guinagourou, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:57 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 6.1h 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Guinagourou?
August tends to be the coldest month in Guinagourou, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 28.4°C (83.1°F) and a low of 21.5°C (70.7°F).
How hot is it in August?
Guinagourou in August has an average high-temperature of 28.4°C (83.1°F) and an average low-temperature of 21.5°C (70.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the most humid month?
August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 87%.
What is the average humidity in August?
In August, the average relative humidity is 87%.
What is the rainiest month?
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 25.1 days and accumulates 140mm (5.51") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in August?
In Guinagourou, in August, it is raining for 25.1 days, with typically 140mm (5.51") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in August?
The average day length in August in Guinagourou is 12h and 26min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
On the first day of August in Guinagourou, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:57 WAT.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
With an average of 6.1h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.
How many hours of sunshine does Guinagourou have in August?
The average sunshine duration in August is 6.1h.
When is the lowest UV index?
July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in August?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Guinagourou, Benin
  • Average high temperature in August: 28.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 21.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°C).

Average pressure in August
Guinagourou, Benin
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Guinagourou, Benin
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.9km/h).

Average humidity in August
Guinagourou, Benin
  • Average humidity in August: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (22%).

Average rainfall in August
Guinagourou, Benin
  • Average rainfall in August: 140mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (140mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Guinagourou, Benin
  • Average rainfall days in August: 25.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.3 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Guinagourou, Benin
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Guinagourou, Benin
  • Average sunshine days in August: 3.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Guinagourou, Benin
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are March and April (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Guinagourou, Benin
  • Average cloud cover in August: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in August
Guinagourou, Benin
  • Average visibility in August: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (7km).

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