Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
The onset of August in Brikama manifests an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.5°C (83.3°F), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. Brikama reports an average low-temperature of 26.4°C (79.5°F) during the subtly cooler August nights.Heat index
In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Humidity
August and September, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Brikama.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 22.8 days and typically aggregates up to 183mm (7.2") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 33min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 19:33. On the last day of August, in Brikama, The Gambia, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:18 GMT.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in Brikama is August, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
Frequently asked questions
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When is the highest UV index in Brikama?
What is the UV index reading in August in Brikama?
Average temperature in August
Brikama, The Gambia
- Average high temperature in August: 28.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (26.5°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 26.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (21.7°C).
Average pressure in August
Brikama, The Gambia
- Average pressure in August: 1012.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.4mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Brikama, The Gambia
- Average wind speed in August: 16.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (20.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (13.6km/h).
Average humidity in August
Brikama, The Gambia
- Average humidity in August: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (44%).
Average rainfall in August
Brikama, The Gambia
- Average rainfall in August: 183mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (183mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Brikama, The Gambia
- Average rainfall days in August: 22.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.3 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Brikama, The Gambia
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are March, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Brikama, The Gambia
- Average sunshine days in August: 5.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Brikama, The Gambia
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Brikama, The Gambia
- Average cloud cover in August: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in August
Brikama, The Gambia
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
Brikama, The Gambia
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