August weather forecast
Mongolo, Congo

The last month of the winter, August, is another tropical month in Mongolo, Congo, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.2°C (93.6°F) and an average low of 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Temperature

August, with its average high-temperature of 34.2°C (93.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 23.4°C (74.1°F), holds the record as the warmest month.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is computed to be a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Mongolo, Congo, is 57%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout August, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated. In Mongolo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 277.8 days and collects up to 1195mm (47.05") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mongolo, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:57 WAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Mongolo. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in August translates into these instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.