August weather forecastPahou, Benin
August
Weather in August
August in Pahou remains within the characteristics of the rainy season with minor weather changes compared to July. The maximum temperature records a slight increase but continues to be on the lower side, peaking at 27.4°C (81.3°F). Rainfall and humidity persist but daylight hours start to extend slightly towards the end of the month. Weather patterns begin to hint at a transition towards the end of the rainy season.Temperature
Pahou's August weather, marked by an average high temperature of 27.4°C (81.3°F) and an average low temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F), is the coldest in the year.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is appraised at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). If one continues to be active during enduring exposure, it could result in fatigue and heat cramps.When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
Humidity
August and September, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months in Pahou.Rainfall
In Pahou, during August, the rain falls for 21.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 220.8 rainfall days, and 678mm (26.69") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through August, October through December are months without snowfall in Pahou.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Pahou is 12h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:09. On the last day of August, in Pahou, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:58 WAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Pahou 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. 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. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Pahou, 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
Pahou, 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
Pahou, 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
Pahou, 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
Pahou, 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
Pahou, 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
Pahou, 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
Pahou, 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
Pahou, 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
Pahou, 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
Pahou, 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
Pahou, 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).
