August weather forecastQuesse, Guinea-Bissau
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Quesse, Guinea-Bissau, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 24.8°C (76.6°F).Temperature
August, marked by an average high-temperature of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and a low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F), is the coldest month.Heat index
The heat index in August is calculated to be a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.
Humidity
August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 27.1 days and accumulates 254mm (10") of precipitation.Daylight
In Quesse, the average length of the day in August 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 06:53 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
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Quesse, Guinea-Bissau
- Average high temperature in August: 29.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (37.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (29.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 24.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°C).
Average pressure in August
Quesse, Guinea-Bissau
- Average pressure in August: 1012.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.2mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Quesse, Guinea-Bissau
- Average wind speed in August: 11.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.6km/h).
Average humidity in August
Quesse, Guinea-Bissau
- Average humidity in August: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (26%).
Average rainfall in August
Quesse, Guinea-Bissau
- Average rainfall in August: 254mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (254mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Quesse, Guinea-Bissau
- Average rainfall days in August: 27.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.1 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Quesse, 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 months with the most sunshine are March and April (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Quesse, Guinea-Bissau
- Average sunshine days in August: 3.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Quesse, Guinea-Bissau
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Quesse, Guinea-Bissau
- Average cloud cover in August: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in August
Quesse, Guinea-Bissau
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).
