August weather forecastLéné, Senegal
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Léné, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.8°C (89.2°F) and min 25.8°C (78.4°F).Temperature
Léné experiences its lowest average temperatures in August, reaching a peak of 31.8°C (89.2°F) and a minimum of 25.8°C (78.4°F).Heat index
During August, the heat index is appraised at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically aggregates up to 90mm (3.54") of precipitation.Daylight
In Léné, Senegal, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 36min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 19:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:20 GMT.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 7.9h of sunshine.UV index
January through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Léné, Senegal
- Average high temperature in August: 31.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (35.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (31.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 25.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (19.3°C).
Average pressure in August
Léné, Senegal
- Average pressure in August: 1011.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1011mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Léné, Senegal
- Average wind speed in August: 12.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (19.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (11.3km/h).
Average humidity in August
Léné, Senegal
- Average humidity in August: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (29%).
Average rainfall in August
Léné, Senegal
- Average rainfall in August: 90mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (90mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Léné, Senegal
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Léné, 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 54min
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 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Léné, Senegal
- Average sunshine days in August: 10.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Léné, 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 and November (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Léné, Senegal
- Average cloud cover in August: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in August
Léné, Senegal
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
