August weather forecast
Garango, Burkina Faso

As if echoing July's sentiments, August carries on with heavy rainfall, charting the highest amount recorded throughout the year at 115mm (4.53"). The temperature continues to slide downwards, as does the amount of sunshine hours— a stark contrast to the preceding months. An increased cloud cover of 45% is evident, lending a somber ambiance to the city. The winds maintain a gentle speed, contributing to the calm weather of Garango.

Temperature

Garango witnesses the coldest weather in August, with temperatures averaging a high of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and a low of 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, August is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Garango is August, when the rain falls for 23.8 days and typically aggregates up to 115mm (4.53") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of August, in Garango, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:12 GMT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, June through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.