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%.
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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.
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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.
| 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 | |
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| 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 | ||||