August weather forecast
Mpal, Senegal

August carries forward July's weather patterns with high humidity, rainfall, and moderate temperatures. As rainfall slightly recedes, the overall temperatures remain stable, leading to a soothing climatic condition for the inhabitants. The wind speed reduces to 14.1km/h (8.8mph), making it the least windy month of the year. Despite the higher precipitation, August retains long hours of daylight interspersed with bright sunshine.

Temperature

August's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.6°C (92.5°F), hardly different from the previous month. Mpal registers a consistent average low-temperature of 25.9°C (78.6°F) during August.

Heat index

August's mean heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

The most humid month in Mpal is August, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Mpal is August, when the rain falls for 13.6 days and typically aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 39min.
On the first day of August in Mpal, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:18 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 8.8h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Mpal.

UV index

In Mpal, Senegal, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.