August weather forecastDia, Senegal
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Dia, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.3°C (77.5°F) and max 33.7°C (92.7°F).Temperature
The month of August sees the lowest average temperatures, reaching 33.7°C (92.7°F) at the peak and 25.3°C (77.5°F) at the low.Heat index
August's mean heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Stay vigilant: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may follow prolonged exertion.In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 72%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 21 days and typically aggregates up to 128mm (5.04") of precipitation.Daylight
In Dia, Senegal, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 19:33. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:16 GMT.
Sunshine
August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 7 in August transforms into this advice:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Dia, Senegal
- Average high temperature in August: 33.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33.7°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 25.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (25.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.8°C).
Average pressure in August
Dia, Senegal
- Average pressure in August: 1011.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009.9mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Dia, Senegal
- Average wind speed in August: 10.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (8.6km/h).
Average humidity in August
Dia, Senegal
- Average humidity in August: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (16%).
Average rainfall in August
Dia, Senegal
- Average rainfall in August: 128mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (128mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Dia, Senegal
- Average rainfall days in August: 21 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and December (0.2 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dia, Senegal
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Dia, Senegal
- Average sunshine days in August: 7.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Dia, Senegal
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June and October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in August
Dia, Senegal
- Average cloud cover in August: 45
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in August
Dia, Senegal
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (9km).
