August weather forecast
Antotinha, Guinea-Bissau

August continues the trend of substantial rain and humidity in Antotinha, but starts the gradual transition towards drier months. The maximum temperature rises slightly to 30.8°C (87.4°F), signifying the easing off of the colder monsoon months. Daylight hours shorten marginally whilst the rain count drops to 152mm (5.98") from its peak in July. This month, the city experiences its highest relative humidity level, contributing to the moist atmosphere. Despite still being within a rainy spell, the weather gradually gravitates towards drier conditions as the month concludes.

Temperature

Antotinha's August weather reaches an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and an average low of 23.3°C (73.9°F), making it the coldest month.

Heat index

August's mean heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

August is the most humid month in Antotinha, Guinea-Bissau, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 27.3 days and accumulates 224mm (8.82") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Antotinha, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:29. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:14 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Antotinha, Guinea-Bissau, is August, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Antotinha, Guinea-Bissau, is August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.