August weather forecastFurna, Cape Verde

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Furna, Cape Verde, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.6°C (81.7°F) and min 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Temperature

August's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.6°C (81.7°F), slightly deviating from July's 25.8°C (78.4°F). Furna's nocturnal average in August closely mirrors its daytime temperatures, settling at a still warm 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is appraised at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Prolonged exposure combined with continuous activity could lead to exhaustion, and possibly heat cramps.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

June through September, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Furna.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout August, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Furna, there are 54.1 rainfall days, and 149mm (5.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Furna, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:51 -01.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Furna. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Frequently asked questions

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Furna, Cape Verde, are 27.6°C (81.7°F) and 25.1°C (77.2°F) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).

The months with the highest humidity are June through September, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

The average relative humidity in August in Furna, Cape Verde, is 79%.

In Furna, in August, during 12.2 rainfall days, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in August in Furna is 12h and 37min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:08. On the last day of the month, in Furna, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:51 -01.

With an average of 7h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

In August, the average sunshine duration in Furna is 7h.

The months with the highest UV index are August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In Furna, Cape Verde, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Furna, Cape Verde

  • Average high temperature in August: 27.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (28.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (23.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 25.1°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (20.9°C).

Average pressure in August
Furna, Cape Verde

  • Average pressure in August: 1012.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Furna, Cape Verde

  • Average wind speed in August: 14km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (25.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14km/h).

Average humidity in August
Furna, Cape Verde

  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (69%).

Average rainfall in August
Furna, Cape Verde

  • Average rainfall in August: 31mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (50mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and May (1mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Furna, Cape Verde

  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.7 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Furna, Cape Verde

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Furna, Cape Verde

  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and May (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Furna, Cape Verde

  • Average UV index in August: 7

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

Average cloud cover in August
Furna, Cape Verde

  • Average cloud cover in August: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in August
Furna, Cape Verde

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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