August weather forecastBeafada, Guinea-Bissau
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Beafada, Guinea-Bissau, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.8°C (74.8°F) and 29.9°C (85.8°F).Temperature
Beafada's August weather reaches an average high of 29.9°C (85.8°F) and an average low of 23.8°C (74.8°F), making it the coldest month.Heat index
During August, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. 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. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 85%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 25.7 days and typically aggregates up to 286mm (11.26") of precipitation.Daylight
In Beafada, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 30min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:10 GMT.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Beafada.UV index
August is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Beafada, Guinea-Bissau
- Average high temperature in August: 29.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (40.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (29.9°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 23.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.5°C).
Average pressure in August
Beafada, Guinea-Bissau
- Average pressure in August: 1012.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Beafada, Guinea-Bissau
- Average wind speed in August: 7.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (5.7km/h).
Average humidity in August
Beafada, Guinea-Bissau
- Average humidity in August: 85%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (32%).
Average rainfall in August
Beafada, Guinea-Bissau
- Average rainfall in August: 286mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (286mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Beafada, Guinea-Bissau
- Average rainfall days in August: 25.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Beafada, Guinea-Bissau
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 5h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Beafada, Guinea-Bissau
- Average sunshine days in August: 4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4 days).
Average UV index in August
Beafada, Guinea-Bissau
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Beafada, Guinea-Bissau
- Average cloud cover in August: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in August
Beafada, Guinea-Bissau
- Average visibility in August: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (8km).
