August weather forecast
Mateba, Congo

The last month of the winter, August, is another hot month in Mateba, Congo, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.2°C (70.2°F) and an average high of 32.3°C (90.1°F).

Temperature

The transition from July to August sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.3°C (90.1°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. In Mateba, August nights witness a steady temperature drop to an agreeable 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 64%, August is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Mateba, during August, the rain falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 240.9 rainfall days, and 1267mm (49.88") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mateba, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:13 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 7.7h.

UV index

January, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during August translates into the following guidance:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.