August Weather in Banjul

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Banjul, Gambia, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 27°C (81°F). Highs can soar to 31°C (89°F), while lows may dip to 24°C (76°F). Typically, the humidity level in Banjul throughout August hovers around 85%.

24°C (76°F)

Minimum temperature

27°C (81°F)

Average temperature

31°C (89°F)

Maximum temperature

85%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Banjul averages 278 mm (10.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 22 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 32 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 12 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 20% probability of sunny days during this period.

278 mm (10.9 inches)

Precipitation

22 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 12 minutes

Sunshine hours

20%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Banjul reaches a maximum of 14, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 3 6 10 13 14 13 10 6 3 1 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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