August weather forecastKoaté, Guinea

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Koaté, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21°C (69.8°F) and 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in August, averaging 28.3°C (82.9°F) and a minimum average of 21°C (69.8°F).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Koaté is August, when the rain falls for 28 days and typically aggregates up to 213mm (8.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Koaté, Guinea, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of August in Koaté, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:46 GMT.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

July through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.