August weather forecast
Maroua, Cameroon

August is synonymous with Maroua's heaviest rainfall of the year. It records an all-time high of 154mm (6.06") of rain, considerably cooling down the city with temperatures averaging between 30.8°C (87.4°F) high and 23.3°C (73.9°F) low. The increased cloud, combined with an average of 12.5 daylight hours, results in a significant decrease in average sunshine hours. Rain wear rules the wardrobe as the monsoon shows no signs of receding. The city gets drenched beautifully under the August rain, painting a distinctively different picture of Maroua.

Temperature

August is the coldest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and an average low of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is estimated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

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

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of August in Maroua, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:12 WAT.

Sunshine

In Maroua, the average sunshine in August is 10.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in August transforms into this advice:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.