August weather forecastItou, Senegal

August

Weather in August

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

Temperature

With the start of August, Itou measures an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.4°C (83.1°F), not significantly differing from July's 28.8°C (83.8°F). A consistent average low-temperature of 26.1°C (79°F), with a minor variance from the daytime highs, is noted during the nights of August.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 25.4 days and accumulates 238mm (9.37") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Itou 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 19:17 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Itou 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 factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

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

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

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

In Itou, in August, during 25.4 rainfall days, 238mm (9.37") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

On the first day of August, 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 19:17 GMT.

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

The average sunshine duration in August is 6.7h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Itou, 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
Itou, 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
Itou, 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
Itou, 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
Itou, 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
Itou, 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
Itou, Senegal

  • 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: 6h and 42min

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
Itou, 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
Itou, 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
Itou, 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
Itou, 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).