August weather forecast
Kamabangala, Congo

The last month of the winter, August, is another tropical month in Kamabangala, Congo, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.1°C (91.6°F) and min 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Temperature

In Kamabangala, the month of August registers the highest temperatures, averaging 33.1°C (91.6°F) at the peak and 21.9°C (71.4°F) at the lowest.

Heat index

August's mean heat index is appraised at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

The least humid month in Kamabangala is August, with an average relative humidity of 55%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout August, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kamabangala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 243.1 days and collects up to 1109mm (43.66") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Kamabangala is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:02 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 9.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kamabangala are January, March through May, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.