August weather forecastMorro, Cape Verde

August

Weather in August

August stands as the most humid and hottest month in Morro, Cape Verde with a significant increase in rainfall. The month also sees slightly lower wind speeds than in July. The increased activity in weather phenomenon is balanced with an increase in pressure. An increase in rainfall from 4mm (0.16") to 31mm (1.22") sets a new trend, marking a shift in the season to more unpredictable weather conditions after months of drought.

Temperature

Morro's weather in August displays an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.6°C (81.7°F), showing minor disparity from July's 25.8°C (78.4°F). Morro, in the month of August, notes an average low temperature of 25.1°C (77.2°F), indicating a small decrease from the daytime highs.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). When exposure and activity are sustained, they could induce fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Morro, in August, during 12.2 rainfall days, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Morro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 54.1 days and collects up to 149mm (5.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of August, in Morro, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:45 -01.

Sunshine

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

UV index

August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Morro. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. 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. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in August, in Morro, records 27.6°C (81.7°F), while the low-temperature is 25.1°C (77.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).

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

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

In Morro, during August, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of precipitation.

In Morro, the average day length in August is 12h and 37min.

On the first day of August in Morro, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:45 -01.

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

In Morro, Cape Verde, the average sunshine duration in August is 7h.

August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Morro, Cape Verde.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Morro, Cape Verde, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Morro, 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
Morro, 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
Morro, 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
Morro, 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
Morro, 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
Morro, 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
Morro, 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 12min).

  • 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
Morro, 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
Morro, 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
Morro, 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
Morro, 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).