August weather forecastMongoumba, Central African Republic

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Mongoumba, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 20.6°C (69.1°F) and 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in August, with averages reaching a high of 29.3°C (84.7°F) and a low of 20.6°C (69.1°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is estimated at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In Mongoumba, the average relative humidity in August is 85%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 27.9 days and accumulates 173mm (6.81") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of August in Mongoumba, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 17:51 WAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 29.3°C (84.7°F) and a low of 20.6°C (69.1°F), August stands out as the coldest month in Mongoumba.

The high-temperature in Mongoumba during August is 29.3°C (84.7°F) and the low-temperature is 20.6°C (69.1°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 37°C (98.6°F).

In August, the average relative humidity is 85%.

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 27.9 days and typically aggregates up to 173mm (6.81") of precipitation.

In Mongoumba, Central African Republic, in August, during 27.9 rainfall days, 173mm (6.81") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in August in Mongoumba is 12h and 14min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 17:51 WAT.

In August, the average sunshine duration in Mongoumba is 8h.

The months with the lowest UV index are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Mongoumba is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average high temperature

29.9°C

29.3°C

29.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.2km/h

4.9km/h

4.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

3.3

2.4

2.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Mongoumba, Central African Republic

Average high temperature in August: 29.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (37.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (29.3°C).

Average low temperature in August: 20.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (23.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is September (20.4°C).

Average pressure in August
Mongoumba, Central African Republic

Average pressure in August: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1008mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Mongoumba, Central African Republic

Average wind speed in August: 4.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.1km/h).

Average humidity in August
Mongoumba, Central African Republic

Average humidity in August: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (33%).

Average rainfall in August
Mongoumba, Central African Republic

Average rainfall in August: 173mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (173mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (2mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Mongoumba, Central African Republic

Average rainfall days in August: 27.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.2 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mongoumba, Central African Republic

Average daylight in August: 12h and 12min

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: 8h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Mongoumba, Central African Republic

Average sunshine days in August: 2.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (29.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Mongoumba, Central African Republic

Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Mongoumba, Central African Republic

Average cloud cover in August: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in August
Mongoumba, Central African Republic

Average visibility in August: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (7km).