August weather forecastKiniati, Congo

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Kiniati, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.1°C (89.8°F) and min 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Temperature

Kiniati experiences a transition to a still tropical 32.1°C (89.8°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of August, not greatly differing from July's 31.4°C (88.5°F). In Kiniati, the nighttime temperature averages to a pleasant 20.8°C (69.4°F) during August.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. 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, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

Rainfall

In Kiniati, Congo, during August, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. In Kiniati, during the entire year, the rain falls for 228.5 days and collects up to 1086mm (42.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kiniati, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:07 WAT.

Sunshine

In Kiniati, the average sunshine in August is 8.1h.

UV index

March, April, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.