August weather forecast
Akélé, Congo

August, the last month of the winter in Akélé, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°C (91.2°F) and 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Temperature

The advent of August presents an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.9°C (91.2°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. During August, Akélé witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. 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. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 61%.

Rainfall

In Akélé, during August, the rain falls for 20.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation. In Akélé, during the entire year, the rain falls for 276.3 days and collects up to 1248mm (49.13") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:04 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in August translates into these instructions:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.