August weather forecastChouafaa, Morocco

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Chouafaa, Morocco, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.5°C (94.1°F) and min 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 34.5°C (94.1°F) and lows of 20.8°C (69.4°F), August is the warmest month.

Heat index

For August, the heat index is calculated to be a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Chouafaa are July and August Rain falls for 1.8 days and accumulates 2mm (0.08") of rain.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Chouafaa is 13h and 26min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 20:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 19:51 +01.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Chouafaa 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 Chouafaa. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.