August weather forecastToure, Senegal

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Toure, Senegal, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.7°C (78.3°F) and an average high of 34°C (93.2°F).

Temperature

In Toure, the month of August registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 34°C (93.2°F) at the peak and 25.7°C (78.3°F) at the lowest.

Heat index

The heat index in August is computed to be a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.8 days and accumulates 121mm (4.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:17 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 7.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, July, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in August leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Toure, August records the average lowest temperatures, peaking at 34°C (93.2°F) and reaching a low of 25.7°C (78.3°F).

Toure in August has an average high-temperature of 34°C (93.2°F) and an average low-temperature of 25.7°C (78.3°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 46°C (114.8°F).

In August, the average relative humidity is 69%.

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 19.8 days and typically aggregates up to 121mm (4.76") of precipitation.

In Toure, in August, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 121mm (4.76") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in August is 12h and 37min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:17 GMT.

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

In August, the average sunshine duration is 7.8h.

January through March, July, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.

In Toure, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J August S O N D

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August

Sep

Average high temperature

36.1°C

34°C

34.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

14km/h

12.6km/h

10.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.3

10.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Toure, Senegal

Average high temperature in August: 34°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (41.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (34°C).

Average low temperature in August: 25.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Toure, Senegal

Average pressure in August: 1011.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Toure, Senegal

Average wind speed in August: 11.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.5km/h).

Average humidity in August
Toure, Senegal

Average humidity in August: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (18%).

Average rainfall in August
Toure, Senegal

Average rainfall in August: 121mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (121mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Toure, Senegal

Average rainfall days in August: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.1 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Toure, 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 48min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Toure, Senegal

Average sunshine days in August: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10 days).

Average UV index in August
Toure, Senegal

Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, September and October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, July, August, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in August
Toure, Senegal

Average cloud cover in August: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in August
Toure, 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).