August weather forecastBumbuna, Sierra Leone

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Bumbuna, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.6°C (81.7°F) and 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

The lowest temperatures are recorded in August, with averages reaching a high of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and a low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is estimated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

The most humid month in Bumbuna is August, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 30.2 days and accumulates 332mm (13.07") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:55 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Bumbuna. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

August is the month when Bumbuna sees the average lowest temperatures, with a high of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and a low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 27.6°C (81.7°F) and 21.8°C (71.2°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).

August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

The average relative humidity in August in Bumbuna is 93%.

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 30.2 days and typically aggregates up to 332mm (13.07") of precipitation.

In August, the rain falls for 30.2 days. Throughout August, 332mm (13.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in August is 12h and 25min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:55 GMT.

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in August is 3.7h.

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Bumbuna, Sierra Leone

  • Average high temperature in August: 27.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (38.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 21.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (24°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.7°C).

Average pressure in August
Bumbuna, Sierra Leone

  • Average pressure in August: 1013.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Bumbuna, Sierra Leone

  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (3.3km/h).

Average humidity in August
Bumbuna, Sierra Leone

  • Average humidity in August: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (58%).

Average rainfall in August
Bumbuna, Sierra Leone

  • Average rainfall in August: 332mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (332mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (3mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Bumbuna, 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 January (2.2 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bumbuna, 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: 3h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Bumbuna, Sierra Leone

  • Average sunshine days in August: 0.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Bumbuna, Sierra Leone

  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Bumbuna, Sierra Leone

  • Average cloud cover in August: 83

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 83).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in August
Bumbuna, Sierra Leone

  • Average visibility in August: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March and April (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (5km).