August weather forecastBaya, Ivory Coast
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Baya, Ivory Coast, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.2°C (70.2°F) and an average high of 28.8°C (83.8°F).Temperature
August tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and a low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. 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 84%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Baya is August, when the rain falls for 25.8 days and typically aggregates up to 156mm (6.14") of precipitation.Daylight
In Baya, Ivory Coast, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 26min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:34 GMT.
Sunshine
August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Baya are July and 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 ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Baya, Ivory Coast
- Average high temperature in August: 28.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (37.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 21.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (25.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20°C).
Average pressure in August
Baya, Ivory Coast
- Average pressure in August: 1012.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1008.9mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Baya, Ivory Coast
- Average wind speed in August: 9km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (10.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and November (7.1km/h).
Average humidity in August
Baya, Ivory Coast
- Average humidity in August: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (17%).
Average rainfall in August
Baya, Ivory Coast
- Average rainfall in August: 156mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (156mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Baya, Ivory Coast
- Average rainfall days in August: 25.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.4 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Baya, 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: 6h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Baya, Ivory Coast
- Average sunshine days in August: 3.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Baya, Ivory Coast
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are February, March and April (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Baya, Ivory Coast
- Average cloud cover in August: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in August
Baya, Ivory Coast
- Average visibility in August: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (8km).
