August weather forecast
Bu Craa, Western Sahara

August tends to continue the trend set by July, albeit with a slight dip in temperature. Despite this, it remains a hot addition to Bu Craa’s summer with the highest temperature reaching 30.5°C (86.9°F). Rainfall, however, sees a substantial spike, hitting a high of 9mm (0.35"). Despite the weather being hot, the high occurrence of rain brings an interesting twist to August's weather narrative. Wind gusts maintain their strong presence, hitting speeds of up to 38.2km/h (23.7mph), assisting in keeping the extreme heat in check.

Temperature

The warmest time of the year in Bu Craa is August, with temperatures averaging a high of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and a low of 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index in August is appraised at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 66%.

Rainfall

In Bu Craa, in August, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 9mm (0.35") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bu Craa, there are 32.4 rainfall days, and 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Bu Craa is 13h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 20:37. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 20:11 +01.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March, May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.