August weather forecastBalanfodougou, Ivory Coast
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Balanfodougou, Ivory Coast, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F) and an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F).Temperature
Balanfodougou reaches its lowest average temperatures in August, measuring 29.8°C (85.6°F) at the peak and 21.8°C (71.2°F) at the lowest.Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. 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. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.
Humidity
The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 82%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 25.3 days and accumulates 148mm (5.83") of precipitation.Daylight
In Balanfodougou, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 26min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:26 GMT.
Sunshine
August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7h of sunshine.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Balanfodougou, Ivory Coast
- Average high temperature in August: 29.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (39.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (29.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 21.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°C).
Average pressure in August
Balanfodougou, Ivory Coast
- Average pressure in August: 1012.5mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1012.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.5mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Balanfodougou, Ivory Coast
- Average wind speed in August: 7.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.2km/h).
Average humidity in August
Balanfodougou, Ivory Coast
- Average humidity in August: 82%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (15%).
Average rainfall in August
Balanfodougou, Ivory Coast
- Average rainfall in August: 148mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (148mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Balanfodougou, Ivory Coast
- 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 (0.2 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Balanfodougou, Ivory Coast
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Balanfodougou, Ivory Coast
- Average sunshine days in August: 4.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Balanfodougou, Ivory Coast
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are March, April and May (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Balanfodougou, Ivory Coast
- Average cloud cover in August: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in August
Balanfodougou, Ivory Coast
- Average visibility in August: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (8km).
