August weather forecast
Tonla, Ivory Coast

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Tonla, Ivory Coast, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.8°C (69.4°F) and an average high of 29.1°C (84.4°F).

Temperature

The advent of August sees the average high-temperature at a still moderately hot 29.1°C (84.4°F), subtly shifted from July's 29°C (84.2°F). Tonla experiences an average nighttime temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F) in the month of August.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Tonla is 86%.

Rainfall

In Tonla, during August, the rain falls for 24 days and regularly aggregates up to 82mm (3.23") of precipitation. In Tonla, Ivory Coast, during the entire year, the rain falls for 261.6 days and collects up to 919mm (36.18") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Tonla is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of August in Tonla, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:29 GMT.

Sunshine

August and September, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

June, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.