August weather forecastToffo, Benin

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Toffo, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

Toffo's coldest weather arrives in August, when temperatures average a high of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and a low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index for August is computed to be a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with 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 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In Toffo, the average relative humidity in August is 83%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 27.5 days. Throughout August, 104mm (4.09") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 207.1 rainfall days, and 739mm (29.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Toffo, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:59 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

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 ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. 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. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.