August weather forecastGiamal Biscia, Eritrea

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Giamal Biscia, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.5°C (77.9°F) and max 33.9°C (93°F).

Temperature

The onset of August manifests an average high-temperature of a tropical 33.9°C (93°F), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. August nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is computed to be a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 57%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 17.3 days and accumulates 59mm (2.32") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:45 EAT.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.1h of sunshine.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 8 during August translates into the following directions:
Be constantly cautious; skin and eyes can be quickly affected if left unprotected. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Updated: Aug 8, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Giamal Biscia, 33.9°C (93°F) is the average high-temperature and 25.5°C (77.9°F) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 41°C (105.8°F).

With an average relative humidity of 57%, August is the most humid month.

In August, the average relative humidity is 57%.

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 17.3 days and typically aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of precipitation.

In Giamal Biscia, in August, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 59mm (2.32") of accumulated precipitation.

In Giamal Biscia, the average day length in August is 12h and 37min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:45 EAT.

With an average of 9.1h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

In Giamal Biscia, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.1h.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J August S O N D

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August

Sep

Average high temperature

35.5°C

33.9°C

36.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

21.7km/h

18.1km/h

13.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Giamal Biscia, Eritrea

Average high temperature in August: 33.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (40.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.3°C).

Average low temperature in August: 25.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Giamal Biscia, Eritrea

Average pressure in August: 1009.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1005.6mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Giamal Biscia, Eritrea

Average wind speed in August: 16.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (20.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (10.6km/h).

Average humidity in August
Giamal Biscia, Eritrea

Average humidity in August: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (57%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (21%).

Average rainfall in August
Giamal Biscia, Eritrea

Average rainfall in August: 59mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (59mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Giamal Biscia, Eritrea

Average rainfall days in August: 17.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Giamal Biscia, Eritrea

Average daylight in August: 12h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

Average sunshine in August: 9h and 6min

The months with the most sunshine are January, February, November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Giamal Biscia, Eritrea

Average sunshine days in August: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11 days).

Average UV index in August
Giamal Biscia, Eritrea

Average UV index in August: 8

The month with the highest UV index is May (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, July, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in August
Giamal Biscia, Eritrea

Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in August
Giamal Biscia, Eritrea

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).