August weather forecastHévié, Benin
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Hévié, Benin, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.3°C (73.9°F) and an average high of 27.4°C (81.3°F).Temperature
In Hévié, the lowest average temperatures are observed in August, with a high of 27.4°C (81.3°F) and a low of 23.3°C (73.9°F).Heat index
The heat index for August is evaluated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). A sense of exhaustion might occur with extended exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important 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.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Hévié are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 84%.Rainfall
In Hévié, in August, during 21.5 rainfall days, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hévié, 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.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 19min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:58 WAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Hévié is 6.4h.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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Hévié, 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
Hévié, 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
Hévié, 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
Hévié, 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
Hévié, 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
Hévié, 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
Hévié, 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
Hévié, Benin
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 18min
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 24min
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
Hévié, 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
Hévié, 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
Hévié, 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
Hévié, 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).
