August weather forecast
Otali, Congo

August, the last month of the winter in Otali, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.9°C (91.2°F) and min 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Temperature

Entering August, Otali's average high-temperature reads a still tropical 32.9°C (91.2°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. Throughout August, Otali registers a consistent average low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is appraised at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

In Otali, the average relative humidity in August is 61%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 20.3 days. Throughout August, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is accumulated. In Otali, during the entire year, the rain falls for 276.3 days and collects up to 1248mm (49.13") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:59 WAT.

Sunshine

In Otali, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.