August weather forecast
Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast

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Weather in August

In August, the weather in Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast shows a marked decrease in both sea and air temperatures, making it one of the coolest months of the year. Rainfall reduces further to 32mm (1.26"), adding to the cooler conditions. Despite these shifts, high humidity and typical cloud coverage prevail, maintaining the tropical climate established throughout the year. With the onset of September, Grand-Bassam expects an increase in rainfall alongside slightly warmer days.

Temperature

In Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast, the lowest average temperatures are observed in August, with a high of 26°C (78.8°F) and a low of 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Humidity

In Grand-Bassam, the average relative humidity in August is 85%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 19.8 days and accumulates 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater.
Note: When thinking about a swim in 24.4°C (75.9°F) waters, consider your cold tolerance, the day's sunshine, wind, and air temperature. It is a fun fact that Olympic swimmers dive into waters of 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast, is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:21 GMT.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is significantly increased by the reflection of the water and sand.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Grand-Bassam?

With average high temperatures of 26°C (78.8°F) and lows of 23.4°C (74.1°F), August is the coldest month in Grand-Bassam.

What are August temperatures in Grand-Bassam?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Grand-Bassam, is 26°C (78.8°F) and the average low-temperature is 23.4°C (74.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in June is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Grand-Bassam?

In August, the average relative humidity in Grand-Bassam is 85%.

What is the driest month in Grand-Bassam?

The month with the least rainfall in Grand-Bassam is August, when the rain falls for 19.8 days and typically collects 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Grand-Bassam in August?

In Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast, in August, during 19.8 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When is the sea coldest in Grand-Bassam?

With an average sea temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater in Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast.

How warm is the water in August in Grand-Bassam?

In August, the average sea temperature is 24.4°C (75.9°F). For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 23°C (73.4°F) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 24.4°C (75.9°F).

How many hours of daylight does Grand-Bassam have in August?

In August, the average day length in Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast, is 12h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Grand-Bassam?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, in Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:21 GMT.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Grand-Bassam?

July and August, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Grand-Bassam?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Grand-Bassam is 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Grand-Bassam?

The months with the lowest UV index in Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast, are July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in August in Grand-Bassam?

In Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast

Average temperature in August - Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast
  • Average high temperature in August: 26°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (30.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (26°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 23.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.4°C).

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Average pressure in August
Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast

Average pressure in August - Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast
  • Average pressure in August: 1013.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast

Average wind speed in August - Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast
  • Average wind speed in August: 14.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (14.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.2km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast

Average humidity in August - Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast
  • Average humidity in August: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (76%).

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Average rainfall in August
Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast

Average rainfall in August - Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast
  • Average rainfall in August: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (200mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (32mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast

Average rainfall days in August - Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast
  • Average rainfall days in August: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (28.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (16.5 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast

Average sea temperature in August - Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast
  • Average sea temperature in August: 24.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is April (29°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (24.4°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are January and April (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast

Average sunshine days in August - Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast
  • Average sunshine days in August: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (11.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (1.1 days).

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Average UV index in August
Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast

Average UV index in August - Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in August
Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast

Average cloud cover in August - Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast
  • Average cloud cover in August: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in August
Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast

Average visibility in August - Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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Grand-Bassam, Ivory Coast

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