August weather forecastKarakara, Niger

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Karakara, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.4°C (75.9°F) and 32.8°C (91°F).

Temperature

The month of August sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 32.8°C (91°F) at the peak and 24.4°C (75.9°F) at the low.

Heat index

For August, the heat index is evaluated at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15.3 days and accumulates 101mm (3.98") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Karakara, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 19:12. On the last day of August, in Karakara, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:56 WAT.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 8.2h of sunshine.

UV index

In Karakara, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during August leads to these advisories:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Karakara's coldest month, August, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 32.8°C (91°F) to a low of 24.4°C (75.9°F).

In August, in Karakara, the average high-temperature is 32.8°C (91°F), and the average low-temperature is 24.4°C (75.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 42°C (107.6°F).

The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

In Karakara, the average relative humidity in August is 67%.

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 15.3 days and typically aggregates up to 101mm (3.98") of precipitation.

In Karakara, in August, during 15.3 rainfall days, 101mm (3.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Karakara, the average day length in August is 12h and 32min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 19:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:56 WAT.

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 8.2h of sunshine.

In Karakara, the average sunshine duration in August is 8.2h.

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J August S O N D

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August

Sep

Average high temperature

35.4°C

32.8°C

34.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.8km/h

11.5km/h

9.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

16.9

13.9

19.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Karakara, Niger

Average high temperature in August: 32.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (42.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (32.8°C).

Average low temperature in August: 24.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°C).

Average pressure in August
Karakara, Niger

Average pressure in August: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1006.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Karakara, Niger

Average wind speed in August: 10.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in August
Karakara, Niger

Average humidity in August: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (13%).

Average rainfall in August
Karakara, Niger

Average rainfall in August: 101mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (101mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Karakara, Niger

Average rainfall days in August: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Karakara, Niger

Average daylight in August: 12h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

Average sunshine in August: 8h and 12min

The months with the most sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Karakara, Niger

Average sunshine days in August: 13.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Karakara, Niger

Average UV index in August: 7

The month with the highest UV index is April (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Karakara, Niger

Average cloud cover in August: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).
The months with the least cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in August
Karakara, Niger

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).