August weather forecastPointe-Noire, Congo
August
Weather in August
August sees a slight climb from July's weather as temperatures fluctuate between 20.9°C (69.6°F) to 24.7°C (76.5°F). The rainfall continues to increase, albeit moderately, in alignment with the increment in temperature. Trailing from July, the daylight starts to stretch again, bringing increased UV radiation. Notably, the sea temperature initiates its ascent from this month onwards. August’s distinctive trait lies in its gradual transition towards warmer weather.Temperature
August, marked by an average high-temperature of 24.7°C (76.5°F) and a low-temperature of 20.9°C (69.6°F), is the coldest month.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Pointe-Noire are May through December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.Rainfall
In August, in Pointe-Noire, Congo, the rain falls for 7.8 days. Throughout August, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 217.2 rainfall days, and 881mm (34.69") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Pointe-Noire, in August, the average water temperature is 21.3°C (70.3°F).Note: For most people, swimming in water at 21.3°C (70.3°F) is not a pleasurable experience. Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
In Pointe-Noire, Congo, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 58min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:13 WAT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 6.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Attention! The combination of sand and water reflections enhances UV ray intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Pointe-Noire, Congo
- Average high temperature in August: 24.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (24.7°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 20.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (20.8°C).
Average pressure in August
Pointe-Noire, Congo
- Average pressure in August: 1014.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.9mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Pointe-Noire, Congo
- Average wind speed in August: 9.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (8.7km/h).
Average humidity in August
Pointe-Noire, Congo
- Average humidity in August: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (80%).
Average rainfall in August
Pointe-Noire, Congo
- Average rainfall in August: 6mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (159mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Pointe-Noire, Congo
- Average rainfall days in August: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (5.1 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Pointe-Noire, Congo
- Average sea temperature in August: 21.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (28.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is July (21.2°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Pointe-Noire, 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: 6h and 24min
The months with the most sunshine are April, May and December (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Pointe-Noire, Congo
- Average sunshine days in August: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (2.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Pointe-Noire, Congo
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Pointe-Noire, Congo
- Average cloud cover in August: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in August
Pointe-Noire, Congo
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
