August weather forecast
Kimpalanga, Congo

August, the last month of the winter in Kimpalanga, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.1°C (89.8°F) and 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Temperature

With the onset of August, Kimpalanga's average high-temperature clocks in at a still tropical 32.1°C (89.8°F), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. In August, Kimpalanga encounters an average low-temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F) during the night.

Heat index

The heat index value for August is appraised at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

Rainfall

In Kimpalanga, Congo, during August, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kimpalanga, Congo, there are 228.5 rainfall days, and 1086mm (42.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kimpalanga, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:07 WAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Kimpalanga is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.