August weather forecast
Raga, South Sudan

August in Raga witnesses a consistent plateau of the weather trends with high humidity, continuing from the July climatic patterns. The rain reaches its peak with 255mm (10.04"), making it the wettest month of the year. However, despite the heavy rainfall and constant humidity, there's no drastic change in daylight. The months' weather continues to contribute to the vibrant and lush landscapes, making it an indispensable part of the city's yearly weather cycle.

Temperature

Raga records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F) as August arrives, nearly mirroring the previous month's climate. An average nighttime temperature of 20.5°C (68.9°F) is observed during August.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is appraised at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. 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 particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.1 days and accumulates 255mm (10.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:25 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 6.7h.