August weather forecast
Gakoura, Mali

August is the coolest period in Gakoura, somewhat influenced by the continued rainfall. A visible dip in the maximum temperature along with increasing rain showers characterizes the month. Although the rain volume is higher than July reaching 109mm (4.29"), the number of sunny days does not decrease drastically. The humidity readings reach the highest, making the air heavy with moisture. The wind speed also undergoes a slight decrease compared to earlier months.

Temperature

August tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 33.7°C (92.7°F) and a low of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F). Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. 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 heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.3 days and accumulates 109mm (4.29") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 19:00 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 8.3h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Gakoura, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.