August weather forecast
Bu Kieny, South Sudan

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Bu Kieny, South Sudan, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.6°C (72.7°F) and 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

July and August are known as Bu Kieny's coldest months, with an average high-temperature of 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is evaluated at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. 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 especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 23.2 days and typically aggregates up to 121mm (4.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bu Kieny, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:02 CAT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are July and August, with an average of 7.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?
The temperature hits its lowest levels in July and August, recording an average high-temperature of 31.3°C (88.3°F).
Is it hot during August?
The average high-temperature, in August, in Bu Kieny, is 31.3°C (88.3°F), while the average low-temperature is 22.6°C (72.7°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 41°C (105.8°F).
What is the most humid month in Bu Kieny?
The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 77%.
What is the average humidity in August?
In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.
What is the wettest month?
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 23.2 days and accumulates 121mm (4.76") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in August?
In Bu Kieny, during August, the rain falls for 23.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 121mm (4.76") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in August?
The average day length in August is 12h and 26min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:02 CAT.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
The months with the least sunshine are July and August, with an average of 7.8h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Bu Kieny have in August?
In Bu Kieny, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.8h.
What is the UV index reading in August?
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Bu Kieny, South Sudan
  • Average high temperature in August: 31.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (41.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (31.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 22.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (29°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is September (22.5°C).

Average pressure in August
Bu Kieny, South Sudan
  • Average pressure in August: 1010.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1011mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1006.1mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Bu Kieny, South Sudan
  • Average wind speed in August: 6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (5.7km/h).

Average humidity in August
Bu Kieny, South Sudan
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (14%).

Average rainfall in August
Bu Kieny, South Sudan
  • Average rainfall in August: 121mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (121mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Bu Kieny, South Sudan
  • Average rainfall days in August: 23.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bu Kieny, South Sudan
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Bu Kieny, South Sudan
  • Average sunshine days in August: 6.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Bu Kieny, South Sudan
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The month with the highest UV index is March (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Bu Kieny, South Sudan
  • Average cloud cover in August: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in August
Bu Kieny, South Sudan
  • 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).

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