August weather forecastNzangi, Congo

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Nzangi, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 32.1°C (89.8°F) and 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Temperature

The shift from July to August is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.1°C (89.8°F), not significantly different from the 31.4°C (88.5°F) of July. Nzangi observes an average nighttime temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F) during August.

Heat index

August's mean heat index is evaluated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 63%, August is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Nzangi, Congo, in August, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 3mm (0.12") of accumulated precipitation. In Nzangi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 228.5 days and collects up to 1086mm (42.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Nzangi is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of August in Nzangi, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:06 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Nzangi is 8.1h.

UV index

March, April, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Nzangi. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

In Nzangi, 32.1°C (89.8°F) is the average high-temperature and 20.8°C (69.4°F) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 38°C (100.4°F).

With an average relative humidity of 63%, August is the least humid month in Nzangi, Congo.

The average relative humidity in August in Nzangi is 63%.

In Nzangi, Congo, during August, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.

In Nzangi, the average day length in August is 11h and 58min.

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

The average sunshine duration in August in Nzangi, Congo, is 8.1h.

The months with the highest UV index in Nzangi are March, April, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Nzangi, Congo

  • Average high temperature in August: 32.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (32.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 20.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (22.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (19.6°C).

Average pressure in August
Nzangi, Congo

  • Average pressure in August: 1013.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Nzangi, Congo

  • Average wind speed in August: 8.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are August and September (8.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and May (4.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Nzangi, Congo

  • Average humidity in August: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).

Average rainfall in August
Nzangi, Congo

  • Average rainfall in August: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (190mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Nzangi, Congo

  • Average rainfall days in August: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.2 days).

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

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Nzangi, Congo

  • Average sunshine days in August: 23.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (2.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Nzangi, Congo

  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, May, June, July, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Nzangi, Congo

  • Average cloud cover in August: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in August
Nzangi, Congo

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (7km).