August weather forecastBadionkoto, Senegal
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Badionkoto, Senegal, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.3°C (86.5°F) and min 24.6°C (76.3°F).Temperature
Badionkoto experiences its lowest average temperatures in August, reaching a peak of 30.3°C (86.5°F) and a minimum of 24.6°C (76.3°F).Heat index
During August, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Badionkoto, Senegal, are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 81%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 27.6 days and typically aggregates up to 228mm (8.98") of precipitation.Daylight
In Badionkoto, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 32min.On the first day of August in Badionkoto, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 19:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 19:16 GMT.
Sunshine
August has the least sunshine of the year in Badionkoto, with an average of 6h of sunshine.UV index
August is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Badionkoto, Senegal
- Average high temperature in August: 30.3°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (38.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 24.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.6°C).
Average pressure in August
Badionkoto, Senegal
- Average pressure in August: 1012.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.1mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Badionkoto, Senegal
- Average wind speed in August: 10.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.1km/h).
Average humidity in August
Badionkoto, Senegal
- Average humidity in August: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (22%).
Average rainfall in August
Badionkoto, Senegal
- Average rainfall in August: 228mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (228mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Badionkoto, Senegal
- Average rainfall days in August: 27.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.1 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Badionkoto, Senegal
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 6h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are March, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Badionkoto, Senegal
- Average sunshine days in August: 2.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Badionkoto, Senegal
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Badionkoto, Senegal
- Average cloud cover in August: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in August
Badionkoto, Senegal
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).
