August weather forecast
Nouadhibou, Mauritania

August

Weather in August

The weather in August sees a steep increase in rainfall, leaping to an unusual 27mm (1.06"), implying a shift in the weather pattern. The temperatures further rise, averaging around 26°C (78.8°F), maintaining the hot summer trend. The climatic conditions during this month exhibit a burst of humidity due to the increased rainfall. Interestingly, despite the high precipitation, the number of sunshine hours remains steady, indicating a distinct atmospheric situation. This unique weather combination underlines August as a noteworthy month in Nouadhibou's climatic calendar.

Temperature

The advent of August observes an average high-temperature of a still warm 26°C (78.8°F), nearly identical to July's 25.1°C (77.2°F). Nouadhibou sees a minor drop to an average minimum temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F) during the night in the month of August.

Humidity

August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Nouadhibou, in August, during 7.3 rainfall days, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.3 rainfall days, and 93mm (3.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Nouadhibou, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 50min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 19:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 19:24 GMT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Nouadhibou is 9.8h.

UV index

February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?
August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F) and a low-temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F).
What is the most humid month?
With an average relative humidity of 76%, August is the most humid month in Nouadhibou.
What is the average humidity in August?
In Nouadhibou, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.
How much does it rain in August?
In Nouadhibou, Mauritania, during August, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in August?
In Nouadhibou, the average day length in August is 12h and 50min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 19:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 19:24 GMT.
How long on average sun shines in August?
In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
How high is the UV index in August?
In Nouadhibou, Mauritania, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Nouadhibou, Mauritania
  • Average high temperature in August: 26°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (27.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (21.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 23.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.8°C).

Average pressure in August
Nouadhibou, Mauritania
  • Average pressure in August: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Nouadhibou, Mauritania
  • Average wind speed in August: 25.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (32km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (21.5km/h).

Average humidity in August
Nouadhibou, Mauritania
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (55%).

Average rainfall in August
Nouadhibou, Mauritania
  • Average rainfall in August: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (31mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, April and December (1mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Nouadhibou, Mauritania
  • Average rainfall days in August: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (8.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.4 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, March, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Nouadhibou, Mauritania
  • Average sunshine days in August: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (19.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Nouadhibou, Mauritania
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Nouadhibou, Mauritania
  • Average cloud cover in August: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 13).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in August
Nouadhibou, 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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