August weather forecast
Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara

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Weather in August

August tends to continue the heat wave from July in Guelta Zemmur. Observably, this month records the highest minimum temperature, peaking at 26.3°C (79.3°F). In addition, it brings along the year's maximum rainfall at 8mm (0.31"). As the cloud cover increases slightly, there is a concurrent decrease in sunshine hours. Hence, August characterizes a hot and slightly humid climate and can bring sporadic downpours.

Temperature

The shift from July to August is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still blistering 40.9°C (105.6°F), not significantly different from the 41.2°C (106.2°F) of July. Against the backdrop of high daytime temperatures, an average low-temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F) is noted during August nights.

Humidity

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 26%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout August, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25.5 rainfall days, and 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Guelta Zemmur, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:17 and sunset at 20:34. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 20:09 +01.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 8 during August leads to these instructions:
Take extra precautions. Protection against sun damage is required. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?

August temperatures in Guelta Zemmur vary between a high-temperature of 40.9°C (105.6°F) and a low-temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 26%.

What is the average humidity in August?

In Guelta Zemmur, the average relative humidity in August is 26%.

How many days does it rain in August in Guelta Zemmur?

In Guelta Zemmur, in August, it is raining for 3.6 days, with typically 8mm (0.31") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 12h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 07:17 and sunset at 20:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 20:09 +01.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara

Average temperature in August - Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara
  • Average high temperature in August: 40.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (41.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 26.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.1°C).

Average pressure in August
Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara

Average pressure in August - Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara
  • Average pressure in August: 1010.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara

Average wind speed in August - Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara
  • Average wind speed in August: 23km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (25.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (15.9km/h).

Average humidity in August
Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara

Average humidity in August - Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara
  • Average humidity in August: 26%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (41%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (26%).

Average rainfall in August
Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara

Average rainfall in August - Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara
  • Average rainfall in August: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (17mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara

Average rainfall days in August - Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara
  • Average rainfall days in August: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (6.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.7 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara

Average sunshine days in August - Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara
  • Average sunshine days in August: 25.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (21.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara

Average UV index in August - Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara
  • Average UV index in August: 8

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara

Average cloud cover in August - Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara
  • Average cloud cover in August: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 13).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in August
Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara

Average visibility in August - Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara
  • 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).

Guelta Zemmur, Western Sahara

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