August weather forecastGourmadjo, Chad
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Gourmadjo, Chad, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.9°C (91.2°F) and min 25.1°C (77.2°F).Temperature
Gourmadjo's coldest month, August, registers temperatures that range from a high of 32.9°C (91.2°F) to a low of 25.1°C (77.2°F).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 significant for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.
Humidity
August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 66%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.3 days and accumulates 132mm (5.2") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 31min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:11 WAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Gourmadjo, Chad
- Average high temperature in August: 32.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (43°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (32.9°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 25.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (30.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°C).
Average pressure in August
Gourmadjo, Chad
- Average pressure in August: 1010.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1006.1mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Gourmadjo, Chad
- Average wind speed in August: 9.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (14.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Gourmadjo, Chad
- Average humidity in August: 66%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (12%).
Average rainfall in August
Gourmadjo, Chad
- Average rainfall in August: 132mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (132mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March, November and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Gourmadjo, Chad
- Average rainfall days in August: 22.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gourmadjo, Chad
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gourmadjo, Chad
- Average sunshine days in August: 6.7 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Gourmadjo, Chad
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Gourmadjo, Chad
- Average cloud cover in August: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 1).
Average visibility in August
Gourmadjo, Chad
- 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).
