August weather forecast
Akjoujt, Mauritania

August

Weather in August

As the most humid stretch of the year commences, August in Akjoujt brings in marginally cooler days. The heat index continues to be high, while rainfall reaches its peak at 9mm (0.35"). Comparing the weather pattern in August with preceding July, temperatures show a slight decrease. Yet, the relative change in weather constituents shows that the dog days of summer are not over yet.

Temperature

The arrival of August coincides with an average high-temperature of a still blisteringly hot 40.6°C (105.1°F), indicating a minimal shift from July's 41.5°C (106.7°F). August nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 29°C (84.2°F).

Humidity

The most humid month in Akjoujt is August, with an average relative humidity of 34%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall in Akjoujt are August and September, with an average 9mm (0.35") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Akjoujt, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:34. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 19:13 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are May through August, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

In Akjoujt, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 8 in August leads to these guidelines:
Skin and eyes are vulnerable without protection. Ensure you always take precautions. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?
In Akjoujt, in August, the average high-temperature is 40.6°C (105.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the most humid month?
August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 34%.
What is the average humidity in August?
In August, the average relative humidity is 34%.
What is the rainiest month?
The months with the most rainfall are August and September, with an average 9mm (0.35") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in August?
In August, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout August, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in August?
In Akjoujt, the average day length in August is 12h and 47min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 19:13 GMT.
What are the months with the most sunshine?
The months with the most sunshine are May through August, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Akjoujt have in August?
In Akjoujt, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.
What is the UV index reading in August?
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Akjoujt is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in August - Akjoujt, Mauritania
Average temperature in August
Akjoujt, Mauritania
  • Average high temperature in August: 40.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (41.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 29°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (30.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (15.8°C).

Average pressure in August - Akjoujt, Mauritania
Average pressure in August
Akjoujt, Mauritania
  • Average pressure in August: 1009.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1009.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Akjoujt, Mauritania
Average wind speed in August
Akjoujt, Mauritania
  • Average wind speed in August: 17.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (20.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (16.5km/h).

Average humidity in August - Akjoujt, Mauritania
Average humidity in August
Akjoujt, Mauritania
  • Average humidity in August: 34%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (34%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (18%).

Average rainfall in August - Akjoujt, Mauritania
Average rainfall in August
Akjoujt, Mauritania
  • Average rainfall in August: 9mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and September (9mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Akjoujt, Mauritania
Average rainfall days in August
Akjoujt, Mauritania
  • Average rainfall days in August: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (6.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (0.4 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Akjoujt, Mauritania
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Akjoujt, Mauritania
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are May, June, July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August - Akjoujt, Mauritania
Average sunshine days in August
Akjoujt, Mauritania
  • Average sunshine days in August: 23.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (21.9 days).

Average UV index in August - Akjoujt, Mauritania
Average UV index in August
Akjoujt, Mauritania
  • Average UV index in August: 8

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August - Akjoujt, Mauritania
Average cloud cover in August
Akjoujt, Mauritania
  • Average cloud cover in August: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 14).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in August - Akjoujt, Mauritania
Average visibility in August
Akjoujt, Mauritania
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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

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