August weather forecastTchalinga, Benin

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Tchalinga, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 28.5°C (83.3°F) and 21.4°C (70.5°F).

Temperature

With its high average temperature of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and a low of 21.4°C (70.5°F), August is regarded as the coldest month.

Heat index

The heat index for August is appraised at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

The most humid month in Tchalinga is August, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 25.8 days and typically aggregates up to 149mm (5.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:03 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are July, August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Frequently asked questions

August, characterized by an average high temperature of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and a low temperature of 21.4°C (70.5°F), is generally the coldest month.

In August, in Tchalinga, the average high-temperature is 28.5°C (83.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 21.4°C (70.5°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 35°C (95°F).

With an average relative humidity of 86%, August is the most humid month in Tchalinga.

In August, the average relative humidity is 86%.

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 25.8 days and accumulates 149mm (5.87") of precipitation.

In Tchalinga, during August, the rain falls for 25.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 149mm (5.87") of precipitation.

The average day length in August is 12h and 26min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:03 WAT.

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

In August, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Tchalinga, Benin

  • Average high temperature in August: 28.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 21.4°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 (17.9°C).

Average pressure in August
Tchalinga, Benin

  • Average pressure in August: 1012.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and April (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Tchalinga, Benin

  • Average wind speed in August: 6.8km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and May (8.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.5km/h).

Average humidity in August
Tchalinga, Benin

  • Average humidity in August: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (19%).

Average rainfall in August
Tchalinga, Benin

  • Average rainfall in August: 149mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (149mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Tchalinga, Benin

  • Average rainfall days in August: 25.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.2 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Tchalinga, 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 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
Tchalinga, Benin

  • Average sunshine days in August: 3.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Tchalinga, Benin

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are February, March and April (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are July, August and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Tchalinga, Benin

  • Average cloud cover in August: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in August
Tchalinga, Benin

  • Average visibility in August: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (7km).