August weather forecastKeur Diabel, Senegal
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Keur Diabel, is another tropical month, with an average temperature varying between 33.7°C (92.7°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F).Temperature
Keur Diabel notes the coldest temperatures in August, with a high average of 33.7°C (92.7°F) and a low of 25.3°C (77.5°F).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Take heed: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Heatstroke is a potential outcome of continuous activity.One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.
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
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 34min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:31. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 19:14 GMT.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is August, 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following instructions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Keur Diabel, 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
Keur Diabel, 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
Keur Diabel, 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
Keur Diabel, 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
Keur Diabel, 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
Keur Diabel, 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
Keur Diabel, Senegal
- 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 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
Keur Diabel, 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
Keur Diabel, 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
Keur Diabel, 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
Keur Diabel, 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).
