August weather forecastManta, Benin
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Manta, Benin, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.6°C (70.9°F) and 28.9°C (84°F).Temperature
In Manta, August is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 28.9°C (84°F) and a low of 21.6°C (70.9°F).Heat index
The average heat index in August is estimated at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.
Humidity
The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 85%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 28.2 days and accumulates 164mm (6.46") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Manta is 12h and 27min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:05 WAT.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.UV index
July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Manta, Benin
- Average high temperature in August: 28.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.9°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 21.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (25.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.2°C).
Average pressure in August
Manta, Benin
- Average pressure in August: 1012.5mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1012.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.3mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Manta, Benin
- Average wind speed in August: 6.9km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (8.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.4km/h).
Average humidity in August
Manta, Benin
- Average humidity in August: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (17%).
Average rainfall in August
Manta, Benin
- Average rainfall in August: 164mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (164mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Manta, Benin
- Average rainfall days in August: 28.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Manta, Benin
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 30min
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 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 6h and 30min
The months with the most sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Manta, Benin
- Average sunshine days in August: 1.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Manta, 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
Manta, Benin
- Average cloud cover in August: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 3).
Average visibility in August
Manta, Benin
- Average visibility in August: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (8km).
