August weather forecastMatoko, Congo

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Matoko, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.4°C (70.5°F) and an average high of 31.6°C (88.9°F).

Temperature

Matoko experiences a minor change to a still hot 31.6°C (88.9°F) in average high-temperature during August, closely reflecting July. Throughout August, Matoko records an average temperature of 21.4°C (70.5°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index value during August is appraised at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In Matoko, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 23.2 days. Throughout August, 84mm (3.31") of precipitation is accumulated. In Matoko, during the entire year, the rain falls for 235.6 days and collects up to 906mm (35.67") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Matoko, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:54 WAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Matoko is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are August through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.