Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Masaka, Sierra Leone, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 24°C (75°F). Highs can soar to 31°C (87°F), while lows may dip to 21°C (70°F). Typically, the humidity level in Masaka throughout August hovers around 93%.
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In August, Masaka averages 595 mm (23.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 29 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 22 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 6 hours 40 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 6% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Masaka reaches a maximum of 13, 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 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 12 | 9 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | Extreme | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 10 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||