August weather forecast
Seyou, Burkina Faso

Transitioning from July, August maintains high rainfall, humidity, and cloud cover in Seyou. Despite the wet conditions, tourists still find the weather exotic, provided they come prepared for frequent showers. Brilliant sunsets are a common sight due to the increase in cloud cover this month. Daylight hours start declining, but they remain abundant for day activities. While rainfall decreases slightly from 142mm (5.59") to 70mm (2.76") from July to August, temperature ranges stay stable in the low 30s°C.

Temperature

Seyou, Burkina Faso, notes the coldest temperatures in August, with a high average of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and a low of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. 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. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 75%, August is the most humid month.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Seyou, Burkina Faso, is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:22 GMT.

Sunshine

In Seyou, the average sunshine in August is 8.1h.

UV index

In Seyou, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.