August weather forecastBoanamary, Madagascar

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Boanamary, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 20.6°C (69.1°F) and 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

Boanamary's weather in August displays an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F), showing minor disparity from July's 28.8°C (83.8°F). In Boanamary, August is marked by an average low-temperature of 20.6°C (69.1°F).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Long-standing exposure coupled with ongoing activity could result in exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. 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 significant for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 58%, are the least humid months in Boanamary.

Rainfall

In Boanamary, in August, during 2.7 rainfall days, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Boanamary, Madagascar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.5 days and collects up to 817mm (32.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:48 EAT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Boanamary are April and August, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during August is 29.8°C (85.6°F) and the low-temperature is 20.6°C (69.1°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 58%, are the least humid months.

In Boanamary, Madagascar, the average relative humidity in August is 58%.

In Boanamary, during August, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.

In August, the average day length is 11h and 36min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:48 EAT.

April and August, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

In August, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Boanamary, Madagascar

  • Average high temperature in August: 29.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (28.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 20.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (20.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Boanamary, Madagascar

  • Average pressure in August: 1017mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Boanamary, Madagascar

  • Average wind speed in August: 14.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (14.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (10.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Boanamary, Madagascar

  • Average humidity in August: 58%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (58%).

Average rainfall in August
Boanamary, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall in August: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (254mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Boanamary, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall days in August: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.8 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Boanamary, Madagascar

  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 36min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Boanamary, Madagascar

  • Average sunshine days in August: 27.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (3.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Boanamary, Madagascar

  • Average UV index in August: 7

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

Average cloud cover in August
Boanamary, Madagascar

  • Average cloud cover in August: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in August
Boanamary, Madagascar

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).