August weather forecast
Soma, The Gambia

The heaviest rainfall is observed in August, with a total rainfall amount of 146mm (5.75"). This contributes to the lush greenery and burgeoning agricultural activities in the region. August stands out as a month when the town of Soma truly comes alive in its tropical glory. The town bustles with activity and offers an insight into the vivaciousness of life during the rainy season in The Gambia.

Temperature

The coldest period in Soma tends to be August, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 33°C (91.4°F) and a low of 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index in August is appraised at a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Stay on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Ongoing effort can cause heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 22.9 days and typically aggregates up to 146mm (5.75") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:13 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.8h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Soma are January, February, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in August translates into these instructions:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.