Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
August
Weather in August
Temperature
Makeni notes the coldest temperatures in August, with a high average of 27.7°C (81.9°F) and a low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).Heat index
The average heat index in August is calculated to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 93%, August is the most humid month.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 29.5 days and typically aggregates up to 299mm (11.77") of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 24min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:57 GMT.
Sunshine
With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Makeni.UV index
July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Frequently asked questions
What month is the coldest?
What is the usual temperature for Makeni in August?
What is the most humid month in Makeni?
What is the average humidity in August?
What is the wettest month?
How much does it rain in August?
How many hours of daylight does Makeni have in August?
When are sunrise and sunset in August?
What is the month with the least sunshine?
How long on average sun shines in August?
When is the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index reading in August?
Average temperature in August
Makeni, Sierra Leone
- Average high temperature in August: 27.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (38.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.7°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 January (19.8°C).
Average pressure in August
Makeni, Sierra Leone
- Average pressure in August: 1013.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.5mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Makeni, Sierra Leone
- Average wind speed in August: 5.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (5.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (3.3km/h).
Average humidity in August
Makeni, Sierra Leone
- Average humidity in August: 93%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (60%).
Average rainfall in August
Makeni, Sierra Leone
- Average rainfall in August: 299mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (299mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (3mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Makeni, Sierra Leone
- Average rainfall days in August: 29.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (29.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Makeni, Sierra Leone
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min
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 4min
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 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Makeni, Sierra Leone
- Average sunshine days in August: 0.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Makeni, Sierra Leone
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, 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
Makeni, Sierra Leone
- Average cloud cover in August: 84
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in August
Makeni, Sierra Leone
- Average visibility in August: 6km
The months with the highest visibility are March and April (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (5km).
