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, having an average high-temperature of 31.3°C (88.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F), is the coldest month.Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical 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.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.
Humidity
The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 74%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.5 days and accumulates 114mm (4.49") 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 05:47 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:10 GMT.
Sunshine
In Ouargaye, the average sunshine in August is 9.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Ouargaye, Burkina Faso
- Average high temperature in August: 31.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (31.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 23.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°C).
Average pressure in August
Ouargaye, Burkina Faso
- Average pressure in August: 1011.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.5mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Ouargaye, Burkina Faso
- Average wind speed in August: 10km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (12.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.2km/h).
Average humidity in August
Ouargaye, Burkina Faso
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (74%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (14%).
Average rainfall in August
Ouargaye, Burkina Faso
- Average rainfall in August: 114mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (114mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Ouargaye, Burkina Faso
- Average rainfall days in August: 19.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ouargaye, 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: 9h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ouargaye, Burkina Faso
- Average sunshine days in August: 10.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Ouargaye, Burkina Faso
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June and October (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Ouargaye, Burkina Faso
- Average cloud cover in August: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 4).
Average visibility in August
Ouargaye, Burkina Faso
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (9km).
