August weather forecast
Lafon, South Sudan

With August’s arrival, the city begins to feel minor changes towards drier weather. Though rainfall remains significant, the total volume does take a mild plunge from July's peak. Nevertheless, the consistency in relative humidity helps sustain an overcast climate, with a minimal decrease in cloud cover. There's too slight increment in the average temperature compared to July. This month stands at the far end of the wet season, marking the close of Lafon's extended monsoon stretch.

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Lafon's average high-temperature is noted with the start of August, touching a still hot 31.1°C (88°F) from July's 30.8°C (87.4°F). During August, Lafon records an average temperature of 20.6°C (69.1°F) at night.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 28.5 days and typically aggregates up to 113mm (4.45") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Lafon, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 17:56 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during August translates into the following guidance:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.