August weather forecast
Lemboumbou, Congo

August, the last month of the winter in Lemboumbou, is another tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 30.2°C (86.4°F) and 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Temperature

Entering August, Lemboumbou's average high-temperature reads a still hot 30.2°C (86.4°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. During the month of August, Lemboumbou experiences a steady low-temperature average of 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index in August is evaluated at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

August is the least humid month in Lemboumbou, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Lemboumbou, during August, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. In Lemboumbou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 274.1 days and collects up to 1640mm (64.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Lemboumbou, Congo, is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:13 WAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Lemboumbou is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Lemboumbou are January through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.