August weather forecastTankirou, Cameroon
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Tankirou, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.8°C (87.4°F) and min 23.3°C (73.9°F).Temperature
The month of August, characterized by an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and a low of 23.3°C (73.9°F), is recognized as the coldest.Heat index
August's average heat index is computed to be a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 73%, August is the most humid month.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 24.3 days and typically aggregates up to 154mm (6.06") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 28min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:11 WAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
January, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Tankirou, 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
Tankirou, 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
Tankirou, 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
Tankirou, 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
Tankirou, 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
Tankirou, 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
Tankirou, 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
Tankirou, 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
Tankirou, 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
Tankirou, 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
Tankirou, 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).
