August weather forecastBoundiali, Ivory Coast

Weather in August

August happens to be the month with the highest rainfall at 156mm (6.14"), making it the wettest month of the year. People plan their activities to account for rain as it rains for an estimated 25.8 days in the month. The high rainfall also leads to a higher percentage of cloud cover. The wind speed continues to drop, recording an average of 9km/h (5.6mph). Daylight availability decreases to 12.4 hours, giving a sense of shorter days.

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and a low of 21.2°C (70.2°F), August stands out as the coldest month.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

August is the most humid month in Boundiali, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Boundiali is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:35 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Boundiali are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.