August weather forecastMansacunda, Guinea-Bissau
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Mansacunda, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F).Temperature
Mansacunda's coldest month, August, registers temperatures that range from a high of 30.8°C (87.4°F) to a low of 23.3°C (73.9°F).Heat index
In August, the heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 85%, August is the most humid month.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
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 32min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 19:27. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:12 GMT.
Sunshine
With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
August is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 6 in August transforms into this advice:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Mansacunda, 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
Mansacunda, 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
Mansacunda, 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
Mansacunda, 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
Mansacunda, 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
Mansacunda, 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
Mansacunda, 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
Mansacunda, 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
Mansacunda, 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
Mansacunda, 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
Mansacunda, 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).
