August weather forecast
Kambala, Gabon

The last month of the winter, August, is another hot month in Kambala, Gabon, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.2°C (86.4°F) and min 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Temperature

August commences with an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.2°C (86.4°F), showing little deviation from July's 30°C (86°F). Throughout the month of August, Kambala sees a steady low-temperature average of 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Heat index

August's heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kambala, during August, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 274.1 rainfall days, and 1640mm (64.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of August, in Kambala, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:16 WAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.