August weather forecastCanja, Guinea-Bissau
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Canja, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F).Temperature
August, having an average high-temperature of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and an average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F), is the coldest month.Heat index
During August, the heat index is appraised at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.
Humidity
August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 85%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 27.3 days and typically aggregates up to 224mm (8.82") of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:28. On the last day of August, in Canja, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:13 GMT.
Sunshine
August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.UV index
August is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. 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. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Canja, Guinea-Bissau
- Average high temperature in August: 30.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 23.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°C).
Average pressure in August
Canja, Guinea-Bissau
- Average pressure in August: 1012.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009.7mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Canja, Guinea-Bissau
- Average wind speed in August: 7.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.2km/h).
Average humidity in August
Canja, Guinea-Bissau
- Average humidity in August: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (20%).
Average rainfall in August
Canja, Guinea-Bissau
- Average rainfall in August: 224mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (224mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Canja, Guinea-Bissau
- Average rainfall days in August: 27.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.1 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Canja, 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 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 5h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Canja, Guinea-Bissau
- Average sunshine days in August: 2.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Canja, Guinea-Bissau
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are March, April and May (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Canja, Guinea-Bissau
- Average cloud cover in August: 62
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in August
Canja, Guinea-Bissau
- Average visibility in August: 7km
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 (7km).
