Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
August
Weather in August
Temperature
In Bama, the lowest average temperatures are observed in August, with a high of 30.3°C (86.5°F) and a low of 22°C (71.6°F).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to 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 is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.
Humidity
The most humid month in Bama is August, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall in Bama. Rain falls for 26.2 days and accumulates 160mm (6.3") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:28 GMT.
Sunshine
August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Bama, Burkina Faso
- Average high temperature in August: 30.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (39.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 22°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are April and May (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.8°C).
Average pressure in August
Bama, Burkina Faso
- Average pressure in August: 1012.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1012.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.3mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Bama, Burkina Faso
- Average wind speed in August: 8.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (10.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.7km/h).
Average humidity in August
Bama, Burkina Faso
- Average humidity in August: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (14%).
Average rainfall in August
Bama, Burkina Faso
- Average rainfall in August: 160mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (160mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Bama, Burkina Faso
- Average rainfall days in August: 26.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.1 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bama, Burkina Faso
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Bama, Burkina Faso
- Average sunshine days in August: 3.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Bama, Burkina Faso
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are March, April and May (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are August and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Bama, Burkina Faso
- Average cloud cover in August: 47
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in August
Bama, Burkina Faso
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).
