August weather forecastSansaft, Egypt

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Sansaft, is another very hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.4°C (99.3°F) and an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

The onset of August notes an average high-temperature of a still very hot 37.4°C (99.3°F), subtly shifted from July's 37.6°C (99.7°F). August nights in Sansaft, Egypt, showcase a dramatic shift from daytime highs to an average temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 50°C (122°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Sansaft is 55%.

Rainfall

June through September are months without rainfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EEST.

Sunshine

With an average of 12.4h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

In Sansaft, 37.4°C (99.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 21.8°C (71.2°F) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 50°C (122°F).

In August, the average relative humidity in Sansaft is 55%.

June through September are months without rainfall.

In Sansaft, the average day length in August is 13h and 13min.

On the first day of August in Sansaft, Egypt, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EEST.

August has the most sunshine of the year in Sansaft, Egypt, with an average of 12.4h of sunshine.

In Sansaft, the average sunshine duration in August is 12.4h.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Sansaft, Egypt, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Sansaft, Egypt

  • Average high temperature in August: 37.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (37.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 21.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°C).

Average pressure in August
Sansaft, Egypt

  • Average pressure in August: 1008.5mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1018.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Sansaft, Egypt

  • Average wind speed in August: 11.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (12.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (9.9km/h).

Average humidity in August
Sansaft, Egypt

  • Average humidity in August: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (44%).

Average rainfall in August
Sansaft, Egypt

  • Average rainfall in August: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (5mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Sansaft, Egypt

  • Average rainfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (3.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Sansaft, Egypt

  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 12h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Sansaft, Egypt

  • Average sunshine days in August: 31 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (25.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Sansaft, Egypt

  • Average UV index in August: 7

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in August
Sansaft, Egypt

  • Average cloud cover in August: 5

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in August
Sansaft, Egypt

  • 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).