August weather forecastOuakam, Senegal
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Ouakam, Senegal, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.1°C (79°F) and an average high of 27.7°C (81.9°F).Temperature
During August, Ouakam observes a subtle ascent to a still moderately hot 27.7°C (81.9°F) from July's 26.4°C (79.5°F) in the average high-temperature. Ouakam registers an average low-temperature of 26.1°C (79°F) throughout August, a modest decrease from its daytime highs.Heat index
The heat index value during August is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Ouakam is 81%.Rainfall
In Ouakam, in August, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 77mm (3.03") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 53.1 rainfall days, and 235mm (9.25") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 36min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 19:39. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 19:22 GMT.
Sunshine
With an average of 7.7h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Ouakam are June through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Ouakam, Senegal
- Average high temperature in August: 27.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (29°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is April (22.2°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 26.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (20.2°C).
Average pressure in August
Ouakam, Senegal
- Average pressure in August: 1012mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.3mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Ouakam, Senegal
- Average wind speed in August: 16.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (27.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (15.2km/h).
Average humidity in August
Ouakam, Senegal
- Average humidity in August: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (59%).
Average rainfall in August
Ouakam, Senegal
- Average rainfall in August: 77mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (88mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Ouakam, Senegal
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and March (0.3 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ouakam, 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 42min
The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ouakam, Senegal
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Ouakam, Senegal
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Ouakam, Senegal
- Average cloud cover in August: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in August
Ouakam, 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).
