August weather forecastMansiédi, Congo

Weather in August

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

Temperature

August, recognised by an average high temperature of 33.1°C (91.6°F) and a low of 21.9°C (71.4°F), is Mansiédi's warmest month.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is evaluated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt special protective actions against heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Long-duration activity risks heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 55%, August is the least humid month in Mansiédi.

Rainfall

In Mansiédi, in August, during 5.8 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mansiédi, 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 Mansiédi is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:02 WAT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year in Mansiédi, with an average of 9.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, March through May, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Mansiédi. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during August morphs into the following directions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.