August weather forecast
Bakau, The Gambia

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Weather in August

August weather in Bakau is characterized by high rainfall and high humidity. Following July, it continues to bear the brunt of the wet season with rainfall marginally lesser at 121mm (4.76"). The days are slightly shorter with reduced sunshine hours. This weather is consistent through most of the month. Predominantly rainy, August also has the highest cloud coverage of the year.

Temperature

With the onset of August, the average high-temperature in Bakau stands at a still moderately hot 29.1°C (84.4°F), closely aligned with July's 29.2°C (84.6°F). A modest dip in temperatures to an average of 26.1°C (79°F) is observed throughout Bakau's August nights.

Heat index

August's heat index is evaluated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Bakau, The Gambia, are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Bakau is August, when the rain falls for 21.6 days and typically aggregates up to 177mm (6.97") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 19:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:18 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Bakau is August, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Bakau?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Bakau, is 29.1°C (84.4°F) and the average low-temperature is 26.1°C (79°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 35°C (95°F).

What are the most humid months in Bakau?

The months with the highest humidity in Bakau, The Gambia, are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in August in Bakau?

In Bakau, The Gambia, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in Bakau?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 21.6 days and typically aggregates up to 177mm (6.97") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Bakau in August?

In Bakau, The Gambia, in August, during 21.6 rainfall days, 177mm (6.97") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Bakau have in August?

In Bakau, the average day length in August is 12h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Bakau?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 19:34. On the last day of the month, in Bakau, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 19:18 GMT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Bakau?

August has the least sunshine of the year in Bakau, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Bakau have in August?

In Bakau, The Gambia, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Bakau?

January, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August in Bakau?

In Bakau, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Bakau, The Gambia

Average temperature in August - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average high temperature in August: 29.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (28.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 26.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (21.6°C).

Average pressure in August
Bakau, The Gambia

Average pressure in August - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Bakau, The Gambia

Average wind speed in August - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average wind speed in August: 15.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (12.8km/h).

Average humidity in August
Bakau, The Gambia

Average humidity in August - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (39%).

Average rainfall in August
Bakau, The Gambia

Average rainfall in August - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall in August: 177mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (177mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Bakau, The Gambia

Average rainfall days in August - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall days in August: 21.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.2 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bakau, The Gambia

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are March, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Bakau, The Gambia

Average sunshine days in August - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average sunshine days in August: 7.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Bakau, The Gambia

Average UV index in August - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average UV index in August: 7

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

Average cloud cover in August
Bakau, The Gambia

Average cloud cover in August - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average cloud cover in August: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in August
Bakau, The Gambia

Average visibility in August - Bakau, The Gambia
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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

Bakau, The Gambia

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