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 average high-temperature during August registers at a still moderately hot 29.1°C (84.4°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. In Faji Kunda, August nights experience a modest descent in temperature from daily peaks, cooling down to an average of 26.1°C (79°F).Heat index
For August, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. 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 remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Faji Kunda are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall in Faji Kunda. Rain falls for 21.6 days and accumulates 177mm (6.97") of precipitation.Daylight
In Faji Kunda, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 34min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 19:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:18 GMT.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Faji Kunda, The Gambia
- Average high temperature in August: 29.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (28.1°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 26.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (21.6°C).
Average pressure in August
Faji Kunda, The Gambia
- Average pressure in August: 1012.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.3mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Faji Kunda, The Gambia
- Average wind speed in August: 15.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (12.8km/h).
Average humidity in August
Faji Kunda, 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 (39%).
Average rainfall in August
Faji Kunda, The Gambia
- Average rainfall in August: 177mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (177mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Faji Kunda, The Gambia
- Average rainfall days in August: 21.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.2 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Faji Kunda, 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 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Faji Kunda, The Gambia
- Average sunshine days in August: 7.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Faji Kunda, The Gambia
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and March (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Faji Kunda, The Gambia
- Average cloud cover in August: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in August
Faji Kunda, 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).
Faji Kunda, The Gambia
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