August weather forecastSioure, Senegal

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another torrid month in Sioure, Senegal, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29°C (84.2°F) and 37.3°C (99.1°F).

Temperature

August brings an average high-temperature of a still torrid 37.3°C (99.1°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. Throughout the month of August, Sioure reports a steady low-temperature average of 29°C (84.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is estimated at a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. With ongoing exertion, heatstroke becomes a possibility.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 47%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Sioure. Rain falls for 10.7 days and accumulates 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:28. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:10 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 9.3h of sunshine.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Sioure is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 8 in August transforms into this advice:
Always remain cautious. Unprotected skin and eyes are prone to swift harm. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in August, in Sioure, records 37.3°C (99.1°F), while the low-temperature is 29°C (84.2°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 45°C (113°F).

August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 47%.

In August, the average relative humidity is 47%.

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 10.7 days and accumulates 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

In August, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout August, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

In August, the average day length is 12h and 40min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:10 GMT.

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.3h of sunshine.

In Sioure, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.3h.

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Sioure, Senegal

  • Average high temperature in August: 37.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (42.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 29°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (29.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°C).

Average pressure in August
Sioure, Senegal

  • Average pressure in August: 1010.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Sioure, Senegal

  • Average wind speed in August: 16.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (12.3km/h).

Average humidity in August
Sioure, Senegal

  • Average humidity in August: 47%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (13%).

Average rainfall in August
Sioure, Senegal

  • Average rainfall in August: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (57mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Sioure, Senegal

  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (10.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Sioure, Senegal

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 18min

The months with the most sunshine are March, April, May, June and October (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Sioure, Senegal

  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (18.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Sioure, Senegal

  • Average UV index in August: 8

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Sioure, Senegal

  • Average cloud cover in August: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in August
Sioure, 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).