August weather forecast
Port-Gentil, Gabon

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Weather in August

August in Port-Gentil is classified by its consistent climate, shifting only slightly from July's patterns. Despite slight fluctuations in daylight hours, the overall visibility remains uncompromised. The sea temperature too, heats up in response to the atmospheric warming. August, thereby, serves as a precursor to the arrival of the latter part of the year in Port-Gentil, characterised by definitive weather conditions.

Temperature

The transition into August shows a subtle variation to a still moderately hot 24.7°C (76.5°F) from July's 24.4°C (75.9°F) in the average high-temperature. The temperature during August sees a subtle transition from day to night, averaging a low of 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Humidity

June through October, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months in Port-Gentil.

Rainfall

In Port-Gentil, in August, during 11.3 rainfall days, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Port-Gentil, during the entire year, the rain falls for 251.9 days and collects up to 1462mm (57.56") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Port-Gentil, in August, the average water temperature is 24.7°C (76.5°F).
Note: Swimming in 24.7°C (76.5°F) water can be enjoyable based on one's cold tolerance and conditions like sunshine, wind, and ambient temperature. (Olympic swimmers compete in waters between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of August, in Port-Gentil, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:28 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Port-Gentil are June through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Stay aware! UV radiation is magnified when reflecting off sand and water.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Port-Gentil?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Port-Gentil during August are 24.7°C (76.5°F) and 22.5°C (72.5°F) respectively. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the most humid month in Port-Gentil?

June through October, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are most humid months in Port-Gentil.

What is the average humidity in August in Port-Gentil?

In Port-Gentil, the average relative humidity in August is 84%.

How many days does it rain in August in Port-Gentil?

In August, in Port-Gentil, Gabon, the rain falls for 11.3 days. Throughout August, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in August in Port-Gentil?

In Port-Gentil, the average seawater temperature in August is 24.7°C (76.5°F). For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 23°C (73.4°F) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 24.7°C (76.5°F).

How many hours of daylight does Port-Gentil have in August?

The average day length in August in Port-Gentil, Gabon, is 12h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Port-Gentil?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:28 WAT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Port-Gentil?

The month with the least sunshine in Port-Gentil, Gabon, is August, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Port-Gentil have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Port-Gentil, Gabon, is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Port-Gentil?

The months with the lowest UV index are June through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in Port-Gentil?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Port-Gentil is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Port-Gentil, Gabon

Average temperature in August - Port-Gentil, Gabon
  • Average high temperature in August: 24.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (29°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 22.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (22.1°C).

Average pressure in August
Port-Gentil, Gabon

Average pressure in August - Port-Gentil, Gabon
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Port-Gentil, Gabon

Average wind speed in August - Port-Gentil, Gabon
  • Average wind speed in August: 18.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (18.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (12km/h).

Average humidity in August
Port-Gentil, Gabon

Average humidity in August - Port-Gentil, Gabon
  • Average humidity in August: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August, September and October (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (79%).

Average rainfall in August
Port-Gentil, Gabon

Average rainfall in August - Port-Gentil, Gabon
  • Average rainfall in August: 10mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (277mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (6mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Port-Gentil, Gabon

Average rainfall days in August - Port-Gentil, Gabon
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (28.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (7.7 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Port-Gentil, Gabon

Average sea temperature in August - Port-Gentil, Gabon
  • Average sea temperature in August: 24.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (29.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is July (23.1°C).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Port-Gentil, Gabon

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Port-Gentil, Gabon
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Port-Gentil, Gabon

Average sunshine days in August - Port-Gentil, Gabon
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (1.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Port-Gentil, Gabon

Average UV index in August - Port-Gentil, Gabon
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August, September and October (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Port-Gentil, Gabon

Average cloud cover in August - Port-Gentil, Gabon
  • Average cloud cover in August: 63

The months with the most cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in August
Port-Gentil, Gabon

Average visibility in August - Port-Gentil, Gabon
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are October and November (9km).

Port-Gentil, Gabon

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