August weather forecast
Sancoma, Guinea-Bissau

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

Temperature

Sancoma's August weather, with an average high temperature of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and an average low temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is appraised at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. 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. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

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

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:14 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.