August weather forecast
Popa, Gabon

August, the last month of the winter in Popa, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 21.2°C (70.2°F) and 32.3°C (90.1°F).

Temperature

August commences with an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.3°C (90.1°F), showing little deviation from July's 31.4°C (88.5°F). The low-temperature in Popa averages to a pleasant 21.2°C (70.2°F) during the nights of August.

Heat index

The heat index value during August is appraised at a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Stay mindful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke could follow extended physical effort.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 74%, August is the least humid month in Popa, Gabon.

Rainfall

In Popa, in August, it is raining for 25.4 days, with typically 81mm (3.19") of accumulated precipitation. In Popa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 311.1 days and collects up to 1474mm (58.03") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Popa is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of August, in Popa, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:13 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are June, August through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. 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. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.