August weather forecast
Fulacunda, Guinea-Bissau

Although it's still the wet season, August tends to have slightly less rainfall than July. Humidity levels reach their annual height, with temperatures dipping slightly once again. As with the past month, the wind speed remains constant, offering brief moments of reprieve from the occasional showers. Even with the increased cloud cover, visibility remains largely unhindered, allowing for reasonable sight-seeing. It's important to note August holds the record for the highest level of relative humidity at 85%.

Temperature

August, marked by an average high-temperature of 29.9°C (85.8°F) and a low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F), is the coldest month.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is calculated to be a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are particularly relevant to 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.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months in Fulacunda.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Fulacunda is August, when the rain falls for 25.7 days and typically aggregates up to 286mm (11.26") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 19:26. On the last day of August, in Fulacunda, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:11 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Fulacunda.

UV index

August is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.