August weather forecastMobaye, Central African Republic

Weather in August

The arrival of August in Mobaye sees a continuation of July's weather patterns. The monthly average for rainfall might seem alarming at first glance, reaching a whopping 149mm (5.87"), the highest for the year. Temperatures hover on the cooler side in comparison to the heat experienced at the beginning of the year. A continuation of high humidity levels, significant cloud coverage, and marginally reduced visibility, underscore its resemblance to the preceding month.

Temperature

August, marked by an average high-temperature of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and a low-temperature of 19.8°C (67.6°F), is the coldest month.

Heat index

August's heat index is appraised at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Mobaye, during August, the rain falls for 27.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 149mm (5.87") of precipitation. In Mobaye, during the entire year, the rain falls for 215.8 days and collects up to 980mm (38.58") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 17:41 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.6h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are June through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During August, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.