August weather forecast
Bankassouk, Senegal

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Bankassouk, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.1°C (79°F) and 28.4°C (83.1°F).

Temperature

Upon the beginning of August, Bankassouk's high-temperatures register at a still warm 28.4°C (83.1°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. In the month of August, Bankassouk experiences a minor discrepancy from peak daytime temperatures, settling at an average low-temperature of 26.1°C (79°F).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, August is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Bankassouk is August, when the rain falls for 25.4 days and typically aggregates up to 238mm (9.37") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:33. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:18 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.7h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bankassouk are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Bankassouk are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Bankassouk in August?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Bankassouk during August are 28.4°C (83.1°F) and 26.1°C (79°F) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the most humid month in Bankassouk?
August is the most humid month in Bankassouk, Senegal, with an average relative humidity of 80%.
What is the average humidity in August in Bankassouk?
In August, the average relative humidity in Bankassouk is 80%.
What is the wettest month in Bankassouk?
August is the month with the most rainfall in Bankassouk. Rain falls for 25.4 days and accumulates 238mm (9.37") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Bankassouk in August?
In August, in Bankassouk, Senegal, the rain falls for 25.4 days. Throughout August, 238mm (9.37") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Bankassouk have in August?
In Bankassouk, the average day length in August is 12h and 32min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Bankassouk?
On the first day of August in Bankassouk, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:18 GMT.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Bankassouk?
The month with the least sunshine in Bankassouk is August, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in August in Bankassouk?
In August, the average sunshine duration in Bankassouk is 6.7h.
When is the highest UV index in Bankassouk?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bankassouk.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Bankassouk?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Bankassouk, Senegal.
What is the UV index intensity in August in Bankassouk?
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Bankassouk is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average high temperature in August: 28.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (28.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 26.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (22.4°C).

Average pressure in August
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.3mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1012.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average wind speed in August: 16.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (12.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (43%).

Average rainfall in August
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average rainfall in August: 238mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (238mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average rainfall days in August: 25.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.3 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 3min

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: 6h and 4min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average sunshine days in August: 3.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in August
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average cloud cover in August: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in August
Bankassouk, Senegal
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (9km).

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