August weather forecastKetonou, Benin
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Ketonou, Benin, with an average temperature varying between 27.4°C (81.3°F) and 23.8°C (74.8°F).Temperature
With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 27.4°C (81.3°F) and a low of 23.8°C (74.8°F), August stands out as the coldest month.Heat index
The heat index value during August is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Unrelenting activity during exposure could cause fatigue and potentially lead to heat cramps.Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. 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 especially vital to children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Ketonou are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 83%.Rainfall
In Ketonou, during August, the rain falls for 15.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ketonou, there are 204.5 rainfall days, and 599mm (23.58") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 19min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:57 WAT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Ketonou is 6.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Ketonou, Benin
- Average high temperature in August: 27.4°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (32°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.4°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 23.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (27.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.8°C).
Average pressure in August
Ketonou, 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
Ketonou, Benin
- Average wind speed in August: 16.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Ketonou, Benin
- Average humidity in August: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Ketonou, Benin
- Average rainfall in August: 28mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (18mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Ketonou, Benin
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ketonou, 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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ketonou, Benin
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (4.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Ketonou, 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
Ketonou, 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
Ketonou, 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).
