August weather forecastZouto, Benin

Weather in August

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

Temperature

Zouto notes the coldest temperatures in August, with a high average of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and a low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index in August is calculated to be a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Zouto, Benin, in August, during 27.5 rainfall days, 104mm (4.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Zouto, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.1 days and collects up to 739mm (29.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Zouto, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of August, in Zouto, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:58 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.8h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. 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. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.