August weather forecast
Kassama, Mali

August, the last month of the summer in Kassama, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.7°C (72.9°F) and max 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

August, marked by an average high-temperature of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and a low-temperature of 22.7°C (72.9°F), is the coldest month.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is computed to be a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Kassama is August, when the rain falls for 26 days and typically aggregates up to 213mm (8.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of August in Kassama, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 19:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:55 GMT.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine.

UV index

August is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.