August weather forecast
Sebekoro, Mali

In August, Sebekoro experiences continuous monsoon weather with the highest humidity levels. There is an apparent increase in cloud cover, with the sky cloudy for almost half of the day. By this time, the locals are well into the monsoon season, with its constant rain, high humidity, and moderate temperatures painting a picture of a typical tropical wet and hot climate.

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in August, with averages reaching a high of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and a low of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index for August is computed to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. 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 'feels like' or 'real feel', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. 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. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 82%, August is the most humid month in Sebekoro.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 21.9 days and typically aggregates up to 130mm (5.12") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of August in Sebekoro, Mali, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:47 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.5h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. 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: In August, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. 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. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.