August weather forecastMeanja, Cameroon

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Meanja, Cameroon, with an average temperature varying between 27.2°C (81°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

August, with its average high-temperature of 27.2°C (81°F) and an average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F), holds the record as the coldest month.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is estimated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Continuous exposure and activity could induce a sense of tiredness and subsequently, heat cramps.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 25.9 days. Throughout August, 270mm (10.63") of precipitation is accumulated. In Meanja, during the entire year, the rain falls for 256.6 days and collects up to 1889mm (74.37") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Meanja, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:28 WAT.

Sunshine

In Meanja, the average sunshine in August is 6.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

The coldest period tends to be August, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 27.2°C (81°F) and a low of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 27.2°C (81°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months.

In August, the average relative humidity in Meanja is 83%.

In Meanja, Cameroon, in August, during 25.9 rainfall days, 270mm (10.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In August, the average day length is 12h and 15min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:28 WAT.

The average sunshine duration in August is 6.8h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Meanja are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Meanja, Cameroon

  • Average high temperature in August: 27.2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 23.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (23.2°C).

Average pressure in August
Meanja, Cameroon

  • Average pressure in August: 1013.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Meanja, Cameroon

  • Average wind speed in August: 8.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and August (8.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October and November (6.5km/h).

Average humidity in August
Meanja, Cameroon

  • Average humidity in August: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).

Average rainfall in August
Meanja, Cameroon

  • Average rainfall in August: 270mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (329mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (37mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Meanja, Cameroon

  • Average rainfall days in August: 25.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (13.3 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Meanja, Cameroon

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Meanja, Cameroon

  • Average sunshine days in August: 2.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Meanja, Cameroon

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Meanja, Cameroon

  • Average cloud cover in August: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in August
Meanja, Cameroon

  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).