August weather forecast
Binkolo, Sierra Leone

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Weather in August

August, the eighth month of the year, undergoes a slight decrease in rain from 332mm (13.07") to a still considerable 261mm (10.28") as Binkolo grapples with the wet season. The overall temperatures take a slightly cooler shift. With the wet season still in full swing, the city's vibrant greens come to life, making for picturesque views. The heavy downpours make way for clear skies intermittently, although the humidity remains high. The city's panorama is marked by lush vegetation, thriving under the season's conditions.

Temperature

August, with its high-temperature average of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and a low-temperature average of 21.8°C (71.2°F), is the coldest month in Binkolo.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 93%, August is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 30.2 days and typically aggregates up to 332mm (13.07") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:56 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Binkolo is August, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Binkolo. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Binkolo?

The coldest temperatures in Binkolo occur during August, when averages reach a peak of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and a low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

What are August temperatures in Binkolo?

In August, in Binkolo, the average high-temperature is 27.6°C (81.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 21.8°C (71.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the most humid month in Binkolo?

The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

What is the average humidity in August in Binkolo?

In Binkolo, Sierra Leone, the average relative humidity in August is 93%.

What is the wettest month in Binkolo?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 30.2 days and typically aggregates up to 332mm (13.07") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Binkolo?

In Binkolo, in August, it is raining for 30.2 days, with typically 332mm (13.07") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Binkolo have in August?

The average day length in August in Binkolo, Sierra Leone, is 12h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Binkolo?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:09. On the last day of the month, in Binkolo, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:56 GMT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Binkolo?

August has the least sunshine of the year in Binkolo, Sierra Leone, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Binkolo have in August?

In Binkolo, Sierra Leone, the average sunshine duration in August is 3.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Binkolo?

The months with the lowest UV index in Binkolo are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in August in Binkolo?

In Binkolo, Sierra Leone, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Binkolo, Sierra Leone

Average temperature in August - Binkolo, Sierra Leone
  • Average high temperature in August: 27.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (38.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 21.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (24°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (19.7°C).

Average pressure in August
Binkolo, Sierra Leone

Average pressure in August - Binkolo, Sierra Leone
  • Average pressure in August: 1013.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Binkolo, Sierra Leone

Average wind speed in August - Binkolo, Sierra Leone
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (3.3km/h).

Average humidity in August
Binkolo, Sierra Leone

Average humidity in August - Binkolo, Sierra Leone
  • Average humidity in August: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (58%).

Average rainfall in August
Binkolo, Sierra Leone

Average rainfall in August - Binkolo, Sierra Leone
  • Average rainfall in August: 332mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (332mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (3mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Binkolo, Sierra Leone

Average rainfall days in August - Binkolo, Sierra Leone
  • Average rainfall days in August: 30.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Binkolo, Sierra Leone

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Binkolo, Sierra Leone
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Binkolo, Sierra Leone

Average sunshine days in August - Binkolo, Sierra Leone
  • Average sunshine days in August: 0.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Binkolo, Sierra Leone

Average UV index in August - Binkolo, Sierra Leone
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Binkolo, Sierra Leone

Average cloud cover in August - Binkolo, Sierra Leone
  • Average cloud cover in August: 83

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 83).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in August
Binkolo, Sierra Leone

Average visibility in August - Binkolo, Sierra Leone
  • Average visibility in August: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March and April (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (5km).

Binkolo, Sierra Leone

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