August weather forecastGao, Mali
August
Weather in August
August in Gao, Mali embodies a distinct shift in weather patterns with the highest rainfall of the year being recorded at 56mm (2.2"). An accompanying decline in maximum temperatures to 38.2°C (100.8°F) offers much needed respite from the heat extremes of preceding months. Daylight hours start to gradually decline. August also sees a significant rise in humidity levels coupled with a reduced UV index. Overall, this month signifies the heart of the monsoon season.Temperature
Gao's August average high-temperature settles at a still fiery hot 38.2°C (100.8°F), showing a near match with the preceding month. Throughout August, an average low-temperature of 30.1°C (86.2°F) is expected.Humidity
August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 38%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall in Gao, Mali. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 56mm (2.2") of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Gao is 12h and 40min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:13 GMT.
Sunshine
In Gao, the average sunshine in August is 11.9h.UV index
In Gao, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 8 translates into the following recommendations:
Without proper safety measures, skin and eyes can be quickly harmed. Be sure to protect yourself. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Gao, Mali
- Average high temperature in August: 38.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (42.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 30.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (32.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.6°C).
Average pressure in August
Gao, Mali
- Average pressure in August: 1009mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1007mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Gao, Mali
- Average wind speed in August: 15.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (16.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11.6km/h).
Average humidity in August
Gao, Mali
- Average humidity in August: 38%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (38%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (11%).
Average rainfall in August
Gao, Mali
- Average rainfall in August: 56mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (56mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March, April, November and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Gao, Mali
- Average rainfall days in August: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gao, Mali
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gao, Mali
- Average sunshine days in August: 16.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Gao, Mali
- Average UV index in August: 8
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July and September (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Gao, Mali
- Average cloud cover in August: 20
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in August
Gao, 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).
