August weather forecastIna, Benin

August

Weather in August

As Ina ventures into August, a subtle shift signals the peak of the wet season. The high level of rain, humidity and dense clouds solidify their hold over the city. Temperatures remain moderately warm while wind speeds take a minimal dip. The amount of sunshine seen in August hits an annual low. With its heightened rain, high humidity, and extensive cloud cover, August stands as the epitome of the monsoon in Ina, Benin.

Temperature

August is Ina's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 28.4°C (83.1°F) and lows of 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

August's heat index is computed to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 25.1 days and typically aggregates up to 140mm (5.51") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:58 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.1h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ina 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 maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

With average high and low temperatures of 28.4°C (83.1°F) and 21.5°C (70.7°F) respectively, August is Ina's coldest month.

In Ina, in August, the average high-temperature is 28.4°C (83.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 21.5°C (70.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).

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

In August, the average relative humidity is 87%.

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 25.1 days and typically aggregates up to 140mm (5.51") of precipitation.

In Ina, in August, it is raining for 25.1 days, with typically 140mm (5.51") of accumulated precipitation.

In August, the average day length is 12h and 26min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:58 WAT.

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in August is 6.1h.

The months with the lowest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Ina, 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
Ina, 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
Ina, 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
Ina, 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
Ina, 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
Ina, 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
Ina, Benin

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min

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 6min

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
Ina, 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
Ina, 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
Ina, 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
Ina, 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).