August weather forecastKoure, Niger

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Koure, Niger, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.7°C (94.5°F) and min 26.5°C (79.7°F).

Temperature

The arrival of August records an average high-temperature of a tropical 34.7°C (94.5°F), closely related to the 36.8°C (98.2°F) observed in July. Throughout August, Koure witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 26.5°C (79.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is calculated to be an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. 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. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

August is the most humid month in Koure, with an average relative humidity of 55%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 9.1 days and accumulates 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of August, in Koure, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:01 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 8.8h of sunshine.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Koure is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 8 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Be proactive in protecting yourself; skin and eyes can be harmed if left unprotected. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

In Koure, in August, the average high-temperature is 34.7°C (94.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 26.5°C (79.7°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 42°C (107.6°F).

With an average relative humidity of 55%, August is the most humid month in Koure, Niger.

In Koure, Niger, the average relative humidity in August is 55%.

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of precipitation.

In Koure, Niger, in August, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in August in Koure, Niger, is 12h and 34min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:01 WAT.

August has the least sunshine of the year in Koure, with an average of 8.8h of sunshine.

In Koure, Niger, the average sunshine duration in August is 8.8h.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Koure is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Koure, Niger

  • Average high temperature in August: 34.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (42.2°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (33.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 26.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (30.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.9°C).

Average pressure in August
Koure, Niger

  • Average pressure in August: 1010.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Koure, Niger

  • Average wind speed in August: 13.6km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, July and December (14.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (10.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
Koure, Niger

  • Average humidity in August: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (12%).

Average rainfall in August
Koure, Niger

  • Average rainfall in August: 42mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (42mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Koure, Niger

  • Average rainfall days in August: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (9.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 36min

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 48min

The months with the most sunshine are February, March, June, November and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Koure, Niger

  • Average sunshine days in August: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (21.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Koure, Niger

  • Average UV index in August: 8

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

Average cloud cover in August
Koure, Niger

  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
The months with the least cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in August
Koure, 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).