August weather forecast
Fera, Gabon

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

Temperature

August commences with an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.4°C (88.5°F), showing little deviation from July's 30.5°C (86.9°F). The mean low-temperature during August nights in Fera is an agreeable 20.9°C (69.6°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. 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 body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

August is the least humid month in Fera, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Fera, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of August, in Fera, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:17 WAT.

Sunshine

In Fera, the average sunshine in August is 6.2h.

UV index

In Fera, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.