August weather forecast
Fama, Mali

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Fama, Mali, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in August, with averages reaching a high of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and a low of 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. 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. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Fama, Mali. Rain falls for 26.7 days and accumulates 187mm (7.36") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Fama is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of August in Fama, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:33 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.5h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

July, August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Fama. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.