August weather forecastUassá, Guinea-Bissau
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Uassá, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25°C (77°F) and 29.6°C (85.3°F).Temperature
Uassá's coldest temperatures are experienced in August, with average high temperatures of 29.6°C (85.3°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 82%, August is the most humid month.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall in Uassá, Guinea-Bissau. Rain falls for 26.9 days and accumulates 270mm (10.63") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 29min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 19:28. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 19:13 GMT.
Sunshine
August has the least sunshine of the year in Uassá, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Uassá, Guinea-Bissau, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Uassá are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Uassá, Guinea-Bissau
- Average high temperature in August: 29.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (35.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (29.6°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 25°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.8°C).
Average pressure in August
Uassá, Guinea-Bissau
- Average pressure in August: 1012.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and April (1010.1mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Uassá, Guinea-Bissau
- Average wind speed in August: 12.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (13.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October and November (9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Uassá, Guinea-Bissau
- Average humidity in August: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (32%).
Average rainfall in August
Uassá, Guinea-Bissau
- Average rainfall in August: 270mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (270mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Uassá, Guinea-Bissau
- Average rainfall days in August: 26.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.3 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Uassá, 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 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 6h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are March, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Uassá, Guinea-Bissau
- Average sunshine days in August: 2.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Uassá, Guinea-Bissau
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in August
Uassá, Guinea-Bissau
- Average cloud cover in August: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in August
Uassá, Guinea-Bissau
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (9km).
