August weather forecast
Kana, Burkina Faso

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Kana, Burkina Faso, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.4°C (88.5°F) and min 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

Kana witnesses the coldest weather in August, with temperatures averaging a high of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and a low of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is appraised at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. 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 especially vital to children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

The most humid month in Kana is August, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 24.3 days and accumulates 142mm (5.59") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:24 GMT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

UV index

In Kana, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During August, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?
August, marked by an average high-temperature of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and a low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F), is the coldest month.
How hot is it in August?
In Kana, 31.4°C (88.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 23.3°C (73.9°F) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 40°C (104°F).
What is the most humid month?
The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 75%.
What is the average humidity in August in Kana?
In Kana, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.
What is the rainiest month?
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 24.3 days and typically aggregates up to 142mm (5.59") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in August?
In Kana, Burkina Faso, in August, it is raining for 24.3 days, with typically 142mm (5.59") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in August?
In August, the average day length is 12h and 31min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:24 GMT.
How long on average sun shines in August?
The average sunshine duration in August is 8.1h.
What is the UV index intensity in August in Kana?
In Kana, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Kana, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in August: 31.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (31.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 23.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (28.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Kana, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in August: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Kana, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.1km/h).

Average humidity in August
Kana, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (14%).

Average rainfall in August
Kana, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in August: 142mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (142mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Kana, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in August: 24.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.1 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kana, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are October, November and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Kana, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in August: 4.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Kana, Burkina Faso
  • Average UV index in August: 7

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

Average cloud cover in August
Kana, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in August: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in August
Kana, Burkina Faso
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (9km).

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