August weather forecastYork, Sierra Leone
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in York, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.9°C (75°F) and max 27.3°C (81.1°F).Temperature
York's temperature records reveal August as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and lows of 23.9°C (75°F).Heat index
The heat index value during August is evaluated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Continuing activity during long-lasting exposure might induce tiredness and result in heat cramps.Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 86%, August is the most humid month in York.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in York is August, when the rain falls for 30.2 days and typically aggregates up to 391mm (15.39") of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in York is 12h and 23min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:13. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:01 GMT.
Sunshine
With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
York, 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
York, 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
York, 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
York, 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
York, 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
York, 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
York, 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 42min).
- 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
York, 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
York, 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
York, 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
York, 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).
