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
The lowest temperatures are recorded in August, with averages reaching a high of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and a low of 23.3°C (73.9°F).Heat index
The heat index for August is evaluated at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.
Humidity
August is the most humid month, 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
In Virou, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 30min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:22 GMT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 8.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the average length of the day in August?
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
How long on average sun shines in August?
What is the UV index reading in August?
Average temperature in August
Virou, 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
Virou, 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
Virou, 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
Virou, 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
Virou, 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
Virou, 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
Virou, 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: 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
Virou, 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
Virou, 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
Virou, 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
Virou, 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).
