August weather forecastAfra, Morocco

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Afra, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.5°C (94.1°F) and an average low of 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 34.5°C (94.1°F) and a low of 20.8°C (69.4°F), August stands out as the warmest month.

Heat index

The heat index in August is estimated at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

The least humid month in Afra is August, with an average relative humidity of 54%.

Rainfall

July and August are months with the least rain in Afra when the rain falls for 1.8 days and typically aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of rain.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Afra, Morocco, is 13h and 27min.
On the first day of August in Afra, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 20:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:39 +01.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Afra. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following advice:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.