August weather forecast
Zanadougou, Mali

August, the last month of the summer in Zanadougou, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.5°C (70.7°F) and an average high of 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

Temperature records mark August as the coldest month, with highs averaging 29.7°C (85.5°F) and lows at 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 26.7 days and accumulates 187mm (7.36") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of August, in Zanadougou, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:33 GMT.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year in Zanadougou, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine.

UV index

July, August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.