August weather forecast
Kosti, Sudan

Sudan's rainfall continues to be overwhelming in August, albeit lesser than July with a drop to 119mm (4.69") of rainfall. Kosti experiences warm days engrossed often with bouts of showers. The noticeably diminished heat is at its lowest in the year at 33.5°C (92.3°F). As an effect of the rain, the relative humidity intensifies, making the environment feel more muggy. Despite this, there is a good amount of daylight that continues to brighten the cityscape.

Temperature

The advent of August brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. Kosti records an average temperature drop to a pleasant 22.9°C (73.2°F) in August.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is computed to be a burning hot 46°C (114.8°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.2 days and accumulates 119mm (4.69") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:00 CAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 7.1h.