August weather forecast
Bipar, Guinea-Bissau

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Bipar, Guinea-Bissau, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.8°C (85.6°F) and min 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

August is the month when Bipar experiences its coldest temperatures, averaging a high of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and a low of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is computed to be a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, August is the most humid month in Bipar, Guinea-Bissau.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Bipar is August, when the rain falls for 27.1 days and typically aggregates up to 254mm (10") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 19:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 19:15 GMT.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Bipar. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. 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 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.