August weather forecast
Egoumbi, Gabon

The last month of the winter, August, is another hot month in Egoumbi, Gabon, with an average temperature varying between 31.4°C (88.5°F) and 20.9°C (69.6°F).

Temperature

The transition from July to August brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.4°C (88.5°F), barely different from July's 30.5°C (86.9°F). The average temperature during August nights is registered at a pleasant 20.9°C (69.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index for August is evaluated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 70%, August is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Egoumbi, in August, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 26mm (1.02") of accumulated precipitation. In Egoumbi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 297.6 days and collects up to 1831mm (72.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of August in Egoumbi, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:16 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Egoumbi is 6.2h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Egoumbi is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in August translates into this advice:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.