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
August is Loropeni's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 30.2°C (86.4°F) and lows of 22.3°C (72.1°F).Heat index
In August, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Kids frequently ignore the importance of taking a break and rehydrating. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during long-lasting physical activities.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. 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 80%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 24.3 days and typically aggregates up to 120mm (4.72") of precipitation.Daylight
In Loropeni, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 27min.On the first day of August in Loropeni, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:23 GMT.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 7h of sunshine.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Loropeni, Burkina Faso
- Average high temperature in August: 30.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.2°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 22.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (27.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°C).
Average pressure in August
Loropeni, Burkina Faso
- Average pressure in August: 1012.4mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1012.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.4mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Loropeni, Burkina Faso
- Average wind speed in August: 8.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6km/h).
Average humidity in August
Loropeni, 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 (15%).
Average rainfall in August
Loropeni, Burkina Faso
- Average rainfall in August: 120mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (120mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Loropeni, 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 months with the least rainy days are January and December (0.3 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Loropeni, 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 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Loropeni, Burkina Faso
- Average sunshine days in August: 4.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Loropeni, Burkina Faso
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April and May (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Loropeni, Burkina Faso
- Average cloud cover in August: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 4).
Average visibility in August
Loropeni, 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).
