August weather forecastBenke, Sierra Leone

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Benke, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.3°C (81.1°F) and 23.9°C (75°F).

Temperature

In Benke, August records the lowest average temperatures, peaking at 27.3°C (81.1°F) and reaching a low of 23.9°C (75°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is computed to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Exhaustion might be the outcome of enduring exposure and continuous activity, with a risk of heat cramps.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.

Humidity

August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 30.2 days and accumulates 391mm (15.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:13. On the last day of August, in Benke, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:01 GMT.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year in Benke, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following advice:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. 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. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

In Benke, August is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and a low of 23.9°C (75°F).

In Benke, in August, the average high-temperature is 27.3°C (81.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 23.9°C (75°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

August is the most humid month in Benke, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

The average relative humidity in August in Benke, Sierra Leone, is 86%.

August is the month with the most rainfall in Benke, Sierra Leone. Rain falls for 30.2 days and accumulates 391mm (15.39") of precipitation.

In Benke, Sierra Leone, in August, during 30.2 rainfall days, 391mm (15.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In August, the average day length in Benke, Sierra Leone, is 12h and 24min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:01 GMT.

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in August is 4.8h.

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Benke, Sierra Leone.

In Benke, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Benke, Sierra Leone

  • Average high temperature in August: 27.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 23.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.9°C).

Average pressure in August
Benke, Sierra Leone

  • Average pressure in August: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Benke, Sierra Leone

  • Average wind speed in August: 12km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.8km/h).

Average humidity in August
Benke, Sierra Leone

  • Average humidity in August: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (68%).

Average rainfall in August
Benke, Sierra Leone

  • Average rainfall in August: 391mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (391mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Benke, Sierra Leone

  • Average rainfall days in August: 30.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.8 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Benke, Sierra Leone

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 4h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Benke, Sierra Leone

  • Average sunshine days in August: 0.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (29 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Benke, Sierra Leone

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Benke, Sierra Leone

  • Average cloud cover in August: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in August
Benke, Sierra Leone

  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).