August weather forecast
Bantanto, The Gambia

In Bantanto, August weather continues to be dominated by the rainy season, even surpassing July's downpour with a staggering 128mm (5.04") of rainfall. The city faces the highest humidity of the year during this time. The days become shorter, and there is a decrease in the hours of sunshine. Wind speed remains moderate, but the month is marked by its high precipitation levels - an element not seen in the previous months.

Temperature

Bantanto's coldest month, August, registers temperatures that range from a high of 33.4°C (92.1°F) to a low of 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is estimated at a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.8 days and accumulates 128mm (5.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Bantanto, The Gambia, is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of August in Bantanto, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:12 GMT.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.