August weather forecast
Gafsa, Tunisia

August closely mirrors the previous month's weather conditions in Gafsa, Tunisia. The city remains hot and dry, with practically no rainfall to provide relief from the heat. The high temperature remains almost steady at around 36.2°C (97.2°F). Despite the heat, August offers plenty of sunlight to enjoy outdoor activities. As September approaches, Gafsa will begin to see a welcome reprieve from the heat.

Temperature

Gafsa commences August with an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 36.2°C (97.2°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. August nights showcase a dramatic shift from daytime highs to an average temperature of 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Warning: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke is a risk with ongoing activity.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In Gafsa, the average relative humidity in August is 48%.

Rainfall

In Gafsa, during August, the rain falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of precipitation. In Gafsa, Tunisia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 30 days and collects up to 194mm (7.64") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 19:26. On the last day of August, in Gafsa, Tunisia, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:52 CET.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.9h.