August weather forecast
Bokoro, Chad

August in Bokoro marks the peak of the city’s rainy season with an unprecedented 131mm (5.16") rainfall. The city is cloaked in increased cloud cover that complements the heightening relative humidity. This penultimate summer month experiences the year's highest cloud coverage at 40%. These conditions provide the much-needed respite from the sun's unforgiving rays. The month transitions the city through varying weather states, gradually receding from the intense heat of the previous arid months.

Temperature

The coldest month is August, with an average high-temperature of 32.6°C (90.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index for August is estimated at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

The most humid month in Bokoro, Chad, is August, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 23.1 days and accumulates 131mm (5.16") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bokoro, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:02 WAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Bokoro, Chad, is 10.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bokoro are January, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in August transforms into this advice:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.