August weather forecast
Safo, Mali

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

Temperature

In Safo, the month of August registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 30.8°C (87.4°F) at the peak and 22.3°C (72.1°F) at the lowest.

Heat index

The heat index value during August is appraised at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. 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. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 21.8 days and typically aggregates up to 137mm (5.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:43 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Safo is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.