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
As July turns into August, the average high-temperatures rest at a still very hot 35.3°C (95.5°F), showing a minor variation from the prior month. Ganta's temperature lowers to a mean of 27°C (80.6°F) during the nights in August.Heat index
August's heat index is computed to be a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. 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 relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.
Humidity
August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 52%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 74mm (2.91") of precipitation.Daylight
In Ganta, Burkina Faso, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 34min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:11 GMT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 11h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 8 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Take important precautions because unprotected skin can burn and be harmed swiftly. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot does it get in August?
What is the most humid month?
What is the average humidity in August?
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How much does it rain in August?
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What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Ganta?
How long on average sun shines in August?
How high is the UV index in August?
Average temperature in August
Ganta, Burkina Faso
- Average high temperature in August: 35.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (41.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.6°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 27°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (30.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.9°C).
Average pressure in August
Ganta, Burkina Faso
- Average pressure in August: 1010.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.3mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Ganta, Burkina Faso
- Average wind speed in August: 14.6km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (15.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11.1km/h).
Average humidity in August
Ganta, Burkina Faso
- Average humidity in August: 52%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (52%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (10%).
Average rainfall in August
Ganta, Burkina Faso
- Average rainfall in August: 74mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (74mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, November and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Ganta, Burkina Faso
- Average rainfall days in August: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ganta, 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 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ganta, Burkina Faso
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Ganta, Burkina Faso
- Average UV index in August: 8
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
Ganta, Burkina Faso
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in August
Ganta, 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).
