August weather forecastMescul, Eritrea
August
Weather in August
August continues the trend set by July in Mescul, Eritrea. The month features cooler temperatures alongside significant rainfall. Despite the cloud cover, daylight hours are quite generous. The wind speed takes a dip, providing a respite from the usual gusts. This month is noteworthy for the high rainfall, almost doubling from last month, totaling 96mm (3.78").Temperature
August is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 32.1°C (89.8°F) and as low as 24.9°C (76.8°F).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is evaluated at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.
Humidity
The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 59%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 19.6 days and typically aggregates up to 96mm (3.78") of precipitation.Daylight
In Mescul, Eritrea, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 38min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:43 EAT.
Sunshine
In Mescul, the average sunshine in August is 8.9h.UV index
January, February, July, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following instructions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Mescul, Eritrea
- Average high temperature in August: 32.1°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are April and May (39.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (32.1°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 24.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (28.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20°C).
Average pressure in August
Mescul, Eritrea
- Average pressure in August: 1010.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.4mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Mescul, Eritrea
- Average wind speed in August: 8.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (10.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.1km/h).
Average humidity in August
Mescul, Eritrea
- Average humidity in August: 59%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (24%).
Average rainfall in August
Mescul, Eritrea
- Average rainfall in August: 96mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (96mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, November and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Mescul, Eritrea
- Average rainfall days in August: 19.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.1 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mescul, 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 12min).
- Average sunshine in August: 8h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Mescul, Eritrea
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Mescul, Eritrea
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, September and October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July, August, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in August
Mescul, Eritrea
- Average cloud cover in August: 33
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 2).
Average visibility in August
Mescul, 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).
