August weather forecastBandiagara, Mali
August
Weather in August
In step with the ongoing rainy season, August follows July's lead with increased rainfall, the highest for the year at 119mm (4.69"). The temperature drops further from July, giving a respite from the previous months' heat. The rise in humidity is noticeable, echoing the ongoing monsoon conditions. The impact of the rain can be observed on the wind speed that displays a tapering off from the preceding months. August concludes the hot season, paving the way for the upcoming transitional period.Temperature
August's arrival in Bandiagara shows an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 35.3°C (95.5°F), hardly different from the previous month. The low-temperature in Bandiagara averages to a warm 26.8°C (80.2°F) during the nights of August.Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is estimated at a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Beware: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are very likely. Heatstroke is imminent with prolonged activity.Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. 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 highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.
Humidity
The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 53%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 119mm (4.69") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through August, October through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:26 GMT.
Sunshine
In Bandiagara, the average sunshine in August is 8.9h.UV index
In Bandiagara, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 8 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Being unprotected puts skin and eyes at risk of rapid damage. Always be safe. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Average temperature in August
Bandiagara, Mali
- Average high temperature in August: 35.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (41.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.7°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 26.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (31.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.8°C).
Average pressure in August
Bandiagara, Mali
- Average pressure in August: 1010.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.5mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (1007.6mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Bandiagara, Mali
- Average wind speed in August: 13.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11.1km/h).
Average humidity in August
Bandiagara, Mali
- Average humidity in August: 53%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (53%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (11%).
Average rainfall in August
Bandiagara, Mali
- Average rainfall in August: 119mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (119mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Bandiagara, Mali
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Bandiagara, Mali
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is September (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Bandiagara, Mali
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bandiagara, Mali
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 8h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Bandiagara, Mali
- Average sunshine days in August: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Bandiagara, Mali
- Average UV index in August: 8
The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Bandiagara, Mali
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in August
Bandiagara, Mali
- 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).
