August weather forecast
Yassa, Cameroon

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Yassa, Cameroon, with an average temperature varying between 27.9°C (82.2°F) and 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Temperature

Yassa's coldest months, July and August, record an average high-temperature of 27.9°C (82.2°F).

Heat index

August's heat index is estimated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 85%.

Rainfall

In Yassa, in August, during 27.3 rainfall days, 201mm (7.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Yassa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 272.8 days and collects up to 1382mm (54.41") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:26 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in August translates into this advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?
In Yassa, the coldest period comes during July and August, when the average high-temperature touches 27.9°C (82.2°F).
What is the usual temperature for Yassa in August?
The high-temperature, in August, in Yassa, records 27.9°C (82.2°F), while the low-temperature is 23.5°C (74.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
In August, the average relative humidity is 85%.
How much does it rain in August?
In Yassa, during August, the rain falls for 27.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 201mm (7.91") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in August?
In Yassa, the average day length in August is 12h and 14min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:26 WAT.
How long on average sun shines in August?
The average sunshine duration in August is 5.8h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index reading in August?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Yassa, Cameroon
  • Average high temperature in August: 27.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (33.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (27.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 23.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and September (23.4°C).

Average pressure in August
Yassa, Cameroon
  • Average pressure in August: 1013.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Yassa, Cameroon
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (7.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October and November (6km/h).

Average humidity in August
Yassa, Cameroon
  • Average humidity in August: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Yassa, Cameroon
  • Average rainfall in August: 201mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (249mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (23mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Yassa, Cameroon
  • Average rainfall days in August: 27.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and October (28 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (14.3 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Yassa, Cameroon
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Yassa, Cameroon
  • Average sunshine days in August: 2.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (10.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (2 days).

Average UV index in August
Yassa, Cameroon
  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Yassa, Cameroon
  • Average cloud cover in August: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in August
Yassa, Cameroon
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

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

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