August weather forecast
How Ba, The Gambia

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in How Ba, The Gambia, with an average temperature varying between 26.4°C (79.5°F) and 28.5°C (83.3°F).

Temperature

The high-temperature average in August for How Ba is a still moderately hot 28.5°C (83.3°F), staying closely aligned with July's conditions. Throughout the nights in August, How Ba notes an average low of 26.4°C (79.5°F), a small dip from the daytime peak.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is estimated at a hot 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', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.8 days and accumulates 183mm (7.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

In How Ba, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:18 GMT.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year in How Ba, 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in How Ba in August?

In August, in How Ba, the average high-temperature is 28.5°C (83.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 26.4°C (79.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What are the most humid months in How Ba?

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in August in How Ba?

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in How Ba?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.8 days and accumulates 183mm (7.2") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in How Ba in August?

In How Ba, during August, the rain falls for 22.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 183mm (7.2") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in August in How Ba?

The average day length in August in How Ba, The Gambia, is 12h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in How Ba?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:34. On the last day of the month, in How Ba, The Gambia, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:18 GMT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in How Ba?

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

How long on average sun shines in August in How Ba?

In How Ba, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in How Ba?

May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in How Ba, The Gambia.

What is the UV index intensity in August in How Ba?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in How Ba, The Gambia, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
How Ba, The Gambia

Average temperature in August - How Ba, 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
How Ba, The Gambia

Average pressure in August - How Ba, 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
How Ba, The Gambia

Average wind speed in August - How Ba, 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
How Ba, The Gambia

Average humidity in August - How Ba, 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
How Ba, The Gambia

Average rainfall in August - How Ba, 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
How Ba, The Gambia

Average rainfall days in August - How Ba, 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
How Ba, The Gambia

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - How Ba, 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
How Ba, The Gambia

Average sunshine days in August - How Ba, 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
How Ba, The Gambia

Average UV index in August - How Ba, 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
How Ba, The Gambia

Average cloud cover in August - How Ba, 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
How Ba, The Gambia

Average visibility in August - How Ba, 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).

How Ba, The Gambia

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