August weather forecast
Badikaha, Ivory Coast

August continues the rainy season in Badikaha, with rainfall amounts remaining consistently high, billing about 156mm (6.14"). Highest cloud coverage of about 57% transforms the town into a heavy rain collector. The trend of decreasing temperatures is sustained, although the difference from July to August is slight. The spectators can observe less daylight and sunshine hours due to persistent cloud coverage. Consequently, lower wind speeds are reported, creating a tranquil and moist atmosphere.

Temperature

Badikaha's August weather, with an average high temperature of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and an average low temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Heat index

August's heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
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 encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Badikaha, Ivory Coast. Rain falls for 25.8 days and accumulates 156mm (6.14") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Badikaha is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of August in Badikaha, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:29 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.1h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Badikaha.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Badikaha. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.