August weather forecast
Voundala, Congo

The last month of the winter, August, is also a hot month in Voundala, Congo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.8°C (67.6°F) and 30.2°C (86.4°F).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.2°C (86.4°F) marks August, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in July. Voundala's temperature lowers to a mean of 19.8°C (67.6°F) during the nights in August.

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Voundala, in August, during 7.8 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Voundala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 274.1 days and collects up to 1640mm (64.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Voundala, Congo, is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:14 WAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

January through September, 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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.