August weather forecast
Serrekunda, The Gambia

With August, Serrekunda witnesses the pinnacle of the rainy season. The city receives its maximum rainfall amounting to 375mm (14.76") spread across 17 days. While the showers dominate the cityscape, consistent daylight still prevails. As the city dances to the tunes of the rain, the glory of the nature around is in full view. Despite the rainfall, the temperatures remain unfazed and warm, even as the sea temperature mirrors that of the environment.

Temperature

August is Serrekunda's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 23°C (73.4°F).

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Serrekunda. Rain falls for 17 days and accumulates 375mm (14.76") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The months with the warmest seawater in Serrekunda are July through November, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F).
Note: For any water activity, having surface water temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) is considered outstanding and highly delightful for lengthened periods.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day 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

With an average of 6h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Serrekunda.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 12 translates into these guidelines:
Take all critical precautions, unprotected skin might burn swiftly. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Directly after swimming or an outdoor workout, generously apply and reapply a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen. Take note! Sand and water reflections strengthen the Sun's UV exposure.