August weather forecastMassadougou, Ivory Coast
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Massadougou, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature varying between 21°C (69.8°F) and 29.1°C (84.4°F).Temperature
With its high average temperature of 29.1°C (84.4°F) and a low of 21°C (69.8°F), August is regarded as the coldest month.Heat index
In August, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.
Humidity
In Massadougou, the average relative humidity in August is 85%.Rainfall
In Massadougou, in August, it is raining for 24 days, with typically 102mm (4.02") of accumulated precipitation. In Massadougou, Ivory Coast, during the entire year, the rain falls for 201.6 days and collects up to 788mm (31.02") of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:24 GMT.
Sunshine
August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.2h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Massadougou, Ivory Coast
- Average high temperature in August: 29.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (36.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (29.1°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 21°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (24.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (21°C).
Average pressure in August
Massadougou, Ivory Coast
- Average pressure in August: 1013.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1009.3mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Massadougou, Ivory Coast
- Average wind speed in August: 8.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October and December (6.2km/h).
Average humidity in August
Massadougou, Ivory Coast
- Average humidity in August: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (34%).
Average rainfall in August
Massadougou, Ivory Coast
- Average rainfall in August: 102mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (138mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Massadougou, Ivory Coast
- Average rainfall days in August: 24 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.1 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Massadougou, Ivory Coast
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 5h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Massadougou, Ivory Coast
- Average sunshine days in August: 4.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (3.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Massadougou, Ivory Coast
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Massadougou, Ivory Coast
- Average cloud cover in August: 70
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in August
Massadougou, Ivory Coast
- Average visibility in August: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (6km).
