August weather forecastMayaki, Sierra Leone
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Mayaki, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 27.3°C (81.1°F) and 23.9°C (75°F).Temperature
August is Mayaki's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and lows of 23.9°C (75°F).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is estimated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). With ongoing exposure and activity, one might experience weariness, and heat cramps could ensue.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 86%, August is the most humid month in Mayaki.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 25min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 19:13. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:00 GMT.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is August, 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 in Mayaki. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Mayaki, 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
Mayaki, 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
Mayaki, 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
Mayaki, 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
Mayaki, 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
Mayaki, 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
Mayaki, 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
Mayaki, 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
Mayaki, 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
Mayaki, 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
Mayaki, 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).
