August weather forecast
Ngouassa, Gabon

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

Temperature

Ngouassa experiences a transition to a still hot 31.4°C (88.5°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of August, not greatly differing from July's 30.5°C (86.9°F). In August, the recorded average low-temperature is a pleasant 20.9°C (69.6°F).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Ngouassa, during August, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of precipitation. In Ngouassa, Gabon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 297.6 days and collects up to 1831mm (72.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:17 WAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.