August weather forecast
Diefoula, Burkina Faso

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Diefoula, Burkina Faso, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F) and an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

August stands out as Diefoula's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and a low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

August's average heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 82%, August is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 25.3 days and typically aggregates up to 148mm (5.83") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Diefoula, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:28 GMT.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

August is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Diefoula?
August proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and a minimum temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F).
How hot is August in Diefoula?
In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 21.8°C (71.2°F) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 38°C (100.4°F).
What is the most humid month in Diefoula?
The most humid month in Diefoula is August, with an average relative humidity of 82%.
What is the average humidity in August?
In August, the average relative humidity is 82%.
What is the wettest month?
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 25.3 days and accumulates 148mm (5.83") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in August?
In August, the rain falls for 25.3 days. Throughout August, 148mm (5.83") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in August?
In Diefoula, the average day length in August is 12h and 27min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
On the first day of August in Diefoula, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:28 GMT.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in August?
The average sunshine duration in August in Diefoula is 7h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The month with the lowest UV index is August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
How high is the UV index in August?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Diefoula, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in August: 29.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (39.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (29.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 21.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°C).

Average pressure in August
Diefoula, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.5mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1012.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Diefoula, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Diefoula, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (15%).

Average rainfall in August
Diefoula, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in August: 148mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (148mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Diefoula, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in August: 25.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.2 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Diefoula, Burkina Faso
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Diefoula, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in August: 4.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Diefoula, Burkina Faso
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are March, April and May (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Diefoula, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in August: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in August
Diefoula, Burkina Faso
  • Average visibility in August: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (8km).

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