August weather forecast
Banfora, Burkina Faso

In Banfora, August represents a transitional period where the weather starts showing signs of departing from the wet season. While the rainfall is still significant at 148mm (5.83"), it shows the first decrease after monthly increases since the start of the year. The humidity peaks at 82%, the highest point for the year, accompanied by a decrease in sunshine hours. Despite the damp conditions, residents and visitors find joy in the diverse cultural experiences Banfora offers during this period. Looking towards September, the promise of reducing rainfall and less wet days hangs in the air.

Temperature

Banfora, Burkina Faso, reaches its lowest average temperatures in August, measuring 29.8°C (85.6°F) at the peak and 21.8°C (71.2°F) at the lowest.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is estimated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 25.3 days and accumulates 148mm (5.83") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Banfora, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of August in Banfora, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:29 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 7h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.