August weather forecastMaca, Guinea-Bissau

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Maca, Guinea-Bissau, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.3°C (73.9°F) and max 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

The coldest period is August, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and a low of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

August's heat index is estimated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

August is the most humid month in Maca, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Maca, Guinea-Bissau, 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 August in Maca, Guinea-Bissau, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:13 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Maca is August, 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. 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. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.