August weather forecastKafele, Gabon

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Kafele, Gabon, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.7°C (87.3°F) and 22°C (71.6°F).

Temperature

August's advent presents an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), indicating a slight variation from the conditions of the previous month. Kafele records a steady low-temperature average of 22°C (71.6°F) during August.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

August is the least humid month in Kafele, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Kafele, in August, during 9.5 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kafele, during the entire year, the rain falls for 263 days and collects up to 1311mm (51.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kafele, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of August, in Kafele, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:23 WAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Kafele, Gabon, is 5.8h.

UV index

March, May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.