August weather forecast
Gao, Mali

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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

How hot does it get in Gao in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Gao, is 38.2°C (100.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 30.1°C (86.2°F).

What is the most humid month in Gao?

August is the most humid month in Gao, with an average relative humidity of 38%.

What is the average humidity in August in Gao?

The average relative humidity in August in Gao is 38%.

What is the wettest month in Gao?

August is the month with the most rainfall in Gao. Rain falls for 11.3 days and accumulates 56mm (2.2") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Gao?

In Gao, in August, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 56mm (2.2") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in August in Gao?

The average day length in August is 12h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Gao?

On the first day of August in Gao, Mali, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:13 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Gao?

In Gao, Mali, the average sunshine duration in August is 11.9h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Gao?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Gao, Mali, is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Gao, Mali

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).

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Average pressure in August
Gao, Mali

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).

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Average wind speed in August
Gao, Mali

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).

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Average humidity in August
Gao, Mali

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%).

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Average rainfall in August
Gao, Mali

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).

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Average rainfall days in August
Gao, Mali

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).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gao, Mali

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Gao, Mali
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 4min

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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in August
Gao, Mali

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).

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Average UV index in August
Gao, Mali

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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Gao, Mali

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).

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Average visibility in August
Gao, Mali

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).

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