August weather forecastGueme, Cameroon
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Gueme, Cameroon, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.8°C (87.4°F) and min 23.3°C (73.9°F).Temperature
Gueme's August weather, marked by an average high temperature of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and an average low temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F), is the coldest in the year.Heat index
The heat index value during August is estimated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.
Humidity
August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 73%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 24.3 days and accumulates 154mm (6.06") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Gueme is 12h and 28min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:09 WAT.
Sunshine
In Gueme, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Gueme are January, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 7 in August transforms into this advice:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Gueme, Cameroon
- Average high temperature in August: 30.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (40.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 23.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°C).
Average pressure in August
Gueme, Cameroon
- Average pressure in August: 1011.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1006.3mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Gueme, Cameroon
- Average wind speed in August: 7.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7km/h).
Average humidity in August
Gueme, Cameroon
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (12%).
Average rainfall in August
Gueme, Cameroon
- Average rainfall in August: 154mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (154mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March, November and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Gueme, Cameroon
- 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 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gueme, Cameroon
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 30min
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: 10h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gueme, Cameroon
- Average sunshine days in August: 5.6 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Gueme, Cameroon
- Average UV index in August: 7
The month with the highest UV index is April (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in August
Gueme, Cameroon
- Average cloud cover in August: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 1).
Average visibility in August
Gueme, Cameroon
- 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).
