August weather forecastKomassanga, Guinea
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Komassanga, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.1°C (84.4°F) and 21.7°C (71.1°F).Temperature
Komassanga's August weather, with an average high temperature of 29.1°C (84.4°F) and an average low temperature of 21.7°C (71.1°F), tends to be the coldest of the year.Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 85%, August is the most humid month.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 25.3 days and accumulates 182mm (7.17") 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 06:24 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:47 GMT.
Sunshine
With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are July, August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: During August, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Komassanga, Guinea
- Average high temperature in August: 29.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (40.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (29.1°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 21.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.3°C).
Average pressure in August
Komassanga, Guinea
- Average pressure in August: 1012.7mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1012.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.6mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Komassanga, Guinea
- Average wind speed in August: 7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (8.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (5.5km/h).
Average humidity in August
Komassanga, Guinea
- Average humidity in August: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (18%).
Average rainfall in August
Komassanga, Guinea
- Average rainfall in August: 182mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (182mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Komassanga, Guinea
- Average rainfall days in August: 25.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Komassanga, Guinea
- 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 48min
The months with the most sunshine are February, March and November (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Komassanga, Guinea
- Average sunshine days in August: 4.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Komassanga, Guinea
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are March, April and May (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are July, August and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Komassanga, Guinea
- Average cloud cover in August: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in August
Komassanga, Guinea
- Average visibility in August: 8km
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 August and September (8km).
