August weather forecastMoudoumou, Congo

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Moudoumou, is a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.8°C (87.4°F) and min 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Temperature

August and September are identified as the warmest months, with an average high-temperature of 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout August, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is accumulated. In Moudoumou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 266.8 days and collects up to 1778mm (70") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:09 WAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

January through September and November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

The peak of Moudoumou's temperatures is noted during August and September, averaging a high-temperature of 30.8°C (87.4°F).

An average high-temperature, in August, in Moudoumou, is 30.8°C (87.4°F) and the average low-temperature is 19.8°C (67.6°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 36°C (96.8°F).

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

The average relative humidity in August is 67%.

In Moudoumou, in August, during 5.3 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Moudoumou, the average day length in August is 12h and 1min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:09 WAT.

The average sunshine duration in August is 8h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through September and November, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Moudoumou, Congo

  • Average high temperature in August: 30.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (30.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 19.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (21.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (18.6°C).

Average pressure in August
Moudoumou, Congo

  • Average pressure in August: 1013.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.6mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Moudoumou, Congo

  • Average wind speed in August: 7.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (7.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and May (4.1km/h).

Average humidity in August
Moudoumou, Congo

  • Average humidity in August: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (67%).

Average rainfall in August
Moudoumou, Congo

  • Average rainfall in August: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (314mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Moudoumou, Congo

  • Average rainfall days in August: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.6 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Moudoumou, Congo

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Moudoumou, Congo

  • Average sunshine days in August: 21.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Moudoumou, Congo

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and November (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are October and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Moudoumou, Congo

  • Average cloud cover in August: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in August
Moudoumou, Congo

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, May, November and December (6km).