August weather forecast
Loukoléla, Congo

Weather conditions in August break away from the drier and less humid trend of summer months. While rainfall demonstrates an increase from July to August, reaching 67mm (2.64"), the city also sees a slight increase in wind speed. Despite the upward trend in rain, the city experiences consistent visibility, daylight hours, and UV index. The subtle shifts in temperature, coupled with slightly increased wind speeds, make August's weather unique in its intricate balance. Now, the city begins to transition towards weather conditions akin to those witnessed at the beginning of the year.

Temperature

With August's advent, Loukoléla sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.2°C (90°F), subtly shifted from July's 32.4°C (90.3°F). In the month of August, the average low-temperature in Loukoléla usually rests at a warm 23°C (73.4°F).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Loukoléla is 65%.

Rainfall

In Loukoléla, during August, the rain falls for 19.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 247.2 rainfall days, and 1047mm (41.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Loukoléla, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of August in Loukoléla, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:55 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.2h.

UV index

January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Loukoléla. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.