August weather forecastNtembo, Congo

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is another tropical month in Ntembo, Congo, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.3°C (90.1°F) and min 21.4°C (70.5°F).

Temperature

The arrival of August sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.3°C (90.1°F), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. Throughout August, the temperature tends to fall to a consistent average low of 21.4°C (70.5°F).

Heat index

August's heat index is appraised at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 59%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout August, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 234.2 rainfall days, and 1298mm (51.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:04 WAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.