August weather forecast
Cap Skirring, Senegal

August brings Cap Skirring its most intense rainy spell, with an astounding 474mm (18.66") of rainfall making it the wettest month of the year. Contrastingly, the temperatures remain relatively stable, creating a peculiar blend of heavy rains and warm weather. The daylight hours and sunshine time noticeably shrink, bringing in cloudy skies and frequent showers. Despite the copious rainfall, the sea remains warm, offering an intriguing contrast for beach-goers.

Temperature

August, with its high-temperature average of 30°C (86°F) and a low-temperature average of 23°C (73.4°F), is the coldest month in Cap Skirring.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Cap Skirring is August, when the rain falls for 20 days and typically aggregates up to 474mm (18.66") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The months with the warmest seawater in Cap Skirring are July through November, with an average sea temperature of 28°C (82.4°F).
Note: Water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are regarded as highly pleasant, making all water activities enjoyable without any discomfort over long durations.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Cap Skirring, Senegal, is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 19:32. On the last day of August, in Cap Skirring, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 19:17 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Cap Skirring. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 12 in August translates into these instructions:
Enforce every vital precaution. Those with light skin could endure burns in a matter of minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Use liberally and reapply a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every two hours, or straight away after any outdoor workout or swim. Take warning! Reflective sand and water surfaces intensify the Sun's UV rays.