August weather forecastMadanibougou, Mali

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Madanibougou, Mali, with an average temperature varying between 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 22.3°C (72.1°F) respectively, August is Madanibougou's coldest month.

Heat index

The heat index value during August is estimated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Madanibougou. Rain falls for 21.8 days and accumulates 137mm (5.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Madanibougou, Mali, is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:43 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.9h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Madanibougou.

UV index

In Madanibougou, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Frequently asked questions

In Madanibougou, August is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and a low of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

In Madanibougou, in August, the average high-temperature is 30.8°C (87.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 22.3°C (72.1°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 40°C (104°F).

The most humid month in Madanibougou, Mali, is August, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

August is the month with the most rainfall in Madanibougou. Rain falls for 21.8 days and accumulates 137mm (5.39") of precipitation.

In Madanibougou, Mali, in August, it is raining for 21.8 days, with typically 137mm (5.39") of accumulated precipitation.

In August, the average day length in Madanibougou is 12h and 32min.

On the first day of August in Madanibougou, Mali, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:43 GMT.

August has the least sunshine of the year in Madanibougou, Mali, with an average of 7.9h of sunshine.

In Madanibougou, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.9h.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Madanibougou, Mali

  • Average high temperature in August: 30.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 22.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (28.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.8°C).

Average pressure in August
Madanibougou, Mali

  • Average pressure in August: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.1mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Madanibougou, Mali

  • Average wind speed in August: 7.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Madanibougou, Mali

  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (14%).

Average rainfall in August
Madanibougou, Mali

  • Average rainfall in August: 137mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (137mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Madanibougou, Mali

  • Average rainfall days in August: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 54min

The months with the most sunshine are March, April and November (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Madanibougou, Mali

  • Average sunshine days in August: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Madanibougou, Mali

  • Average UV index in August: 7

The month with the highest UV index is April (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Madanibougou, Mali

  • Average cloud cover in August: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in August
Madanibougou, Mali

  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (9km).