August weather forecast
Farafenni, The Gambia

August continues to stay under the influence of the rainy season in Farafenni. The city's temperature drops slightly as compared to July, offering respite from the heat. However, the humidity climbs higher, creating a much heavier atmosphere. Rainfalls in August stay high, recording a considerable 94mm (3.7"). The transformation caused by the ongoing rainy season depicts Farafenni in an entirely different light as compared to the first half of the year.

Temperature

August, with its average high-temperature of 33°C (91.4°F) and an average low-temperature of 24.1°C (75.4°F), holds the record as the coldest month.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Stay on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Ongoing effort can cause heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Farafenni is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 22.9 days and typically aggregates up to 146mm (5.75") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Farafenni, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:30. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:14 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, July through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Farafenni, The Gambia. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like 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.