August weather forecast
Ansouri, Burkina Faso

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Ansouri, Burkina Faso, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.8°C (92.8°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

Ansouri's average high-temperature marks a tropical 33.8°C (92.8°F) with the advent of August, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. During August, Ansouri sees a mean low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is calculated to be an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 60%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Ansouri is August, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 100mm (3.94") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:18 GMT.

Sunshine

In Ansouri, the average sunshine in August is 10.8h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Ansouri in August?
In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 33.8°C (92.8°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 42°C (107.6°F).
What is the most humid month?
With an average relative humidity of 60%, August is the most humid month.
What is the average humidity in August?
The average relative humidity in August is 60%.
What is the rainiest month?
August is the month with the most rainfall in Ansouri. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 100mm (3.94") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in August?
In Ansouri, during August, the rain falls for 17.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 100mm (3.94") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in August?
In Ansouri, the average day length in August is 12h and 34min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August?
On the first day of August in Ansouri, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:18 GMT.
How long on average sun shines in August?
In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.8h.
What is the UV index reading in August?
In Ansouri, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in August - Ansouri, Burkina Faso
Average temperature in August
Ansouri, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in August: 33.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 25.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.3°C).

Average pressure in August - Ansouri, Burkina Faso
Average pressure in August
Ansouri, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in August: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Ansouri, Burkina Faso
Average wind speed in August
Ansouri, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in August: 12.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (15.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (9.9km/h).

Average humidity in August - Ansouri, Burkina Faso
Average humidity in August
Ansouri, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in August: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (12%).

Average rainfall in August - Ansouri, Burkina Faso
Average rainfall in August
Ansouri, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in August: 100mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (100mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Ansouri, Burkina Faso
Average rainfall days in August
Ansouri, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Ansouri, Burkina Faso
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ansouri, Burkina Faso
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August - Ansouri, Burkina Faso
Average sunshine days in August
Ansouri, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.8 days).

Average UV index in August - Ansouri, Burkina Faso
Average UV index in August
Ansouri, Burkina Faso
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August - Ansouri, Burkina Faso
Average cloud cover in August
Ansouri, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
The months with the least cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in August - Ansouri, Burkina Faso
Average visibility in August
Ansouri, Burkina Faso
  • 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).

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