August weather forecast
Loul Sessène, Senegal

August in Loul Sessène, Senegal casts a slightly altered reflection of July's weather attributes. It takes rainfall to a new level, peaking at a robust 92mm (3.62"). It warrants attention as the wettest month of the year, embedding it deeply in the wet season. High humidity and low sunshine hours synergize to reinforce the monsoon environment. Looking ahead, one can anticipate a gradual scale-down of these intensities as the wet season begins to ebb.

Temperature

Loul Sessène's August weather, with an average high temperature of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and an average low temperature of 25.9°C (78.6°F), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is computed to be a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. 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.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

In Loul Sessène, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 92mm (3.62") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Loul Sessène, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:35. On the last day of August, in Loul Sessène, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 19:18 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.8h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Loul Sessène.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Loul Sessène, Senegal, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Loul Sessène, Senegal, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.