August weather forecast
Ségbana, Benin

August showcases a prominent decline in Ségbana's monsoon activity, despite the recorded rainfall of 149mm (5.87") making it the rainiest month of the year. The high volume of rainfall does not often translate to day-long showers; instead, it encapsulates intermittent rainfalls. Amid the intermittently sunny and drizzly days, the city's lush greenscape continues to flourish. Though rainfall remains relatively high, the downtrend continues into September. The second half of the month communicates the nearing end of the rainy season.

Temperature

August, with an average high of 30.7°C (87.3°F) and a low of 22.4°C (72.3°F), signifies the coldest month of the year.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

August is the most humid month in Ségbana, Benin, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Ségbana is August, when the rain falls for 23.8 days and typically aggregates up to 149mm (5.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of August in Ségbana, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 19:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:55 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine.

UV index

August and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Ségbana, Benin. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in August translates into this advice:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.