August weather forecast
Catió, Guinea-Bissau

August upkeeps the wet dominant climate in Catió, replicating July’s rainfall patterns with a subtle increase. It is recognized for gearing up the atmosphere for an onset of cooler autumn months. Although August remains dominated by the rain, it exhibits a promising pattern of weather transition towards the end of the month. The month witnesses the least amount of sunlight in the year, owing to dense cloud cover. With the highest percentage of cloud cover in the year, it makes for some spectacular sunset views against the contrasting bright colours of dusk.

Temperature

August is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 29.9°C (85.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Catió. Rain falls for 25.7 days and accumulates 286mm (11.26") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Catió, Guinea-Bissau, is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of August in Catió, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:11 GMT.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 6, August is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. 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.