August weather forecastMattru, Sierra Leone
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Mattru, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.3°C (81.1°F) and min 24.1°C (75.4°F).Temperature
With average high and low temperatures of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and 24.1°C (75.4°F) respectively, August is Mattru's coldest month.Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). When exposure and activity are sustained, they could induce fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 85%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 28.7 days and typically aggregates up to 389mm (15.31") of precipitation.Daylight
In Mattru, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 21min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 19:07. On the last day of August, in Mattru, Sierra Leone, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:56 GMT.
Sunshine
With an average of 3.8h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Mattru.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. 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: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Mattru, Sierra Leone
- Average high temperature in August: 27.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 24.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.8°C).
Average pressure in August
Mattru, Sierra Leone
- Average pressure in August: 1013.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.4mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Mattru, Sierra Leone
- Average wind speed in August: 13.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.6km/h).
Average humidity in August
Mattru, Sierra Leone
- Average humidity in August: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Mattru, Sierra Leone
- Average rainfall in August: 389mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (389mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (5mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Mattru, Sierra Leone
- Average rainfall days in August: 28.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (29.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mattru, Sierra Leone
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 3h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Mattru, Sierra Leone
- Average sunshine days in August: 1.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (1 days).
Average UV index in August
Mattru, 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
Mattru, Sierra Leone
- Average cloud cover in August: 74
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 18).
Average visibility in August
Mattru, Sierra Leone
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August, September and October (9km).
