August weather forecast
Watamu, Kenya

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Weather in August

Contrary to preceding months, August experiences a minuscule upturn in temperature, registering 27.5°C (81.5°F) and a rainfall downfall to 16mm (0.63") in Watamu. Despite slightly cooler temperatures than previous months, sunny days remain prominent. This period is suitable for outdoor dinning and breathtaking evening beach walks. The month offers an excellent balance between sunny and cool days, making it an enjoyable time to explore the coastal town beyond the beaches.

Temperature

August's onset in Watamu records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.5°C (81.5°F), a near match to July's 27.4°C (81.3°F). Watamu's average temperature during the nights of August is recorded at a still moderately hot 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is estimated at a hot 30°C (86°F). Enduring exposure and ongoing activity could cause a sense of fatigue and subsequent heat cramps.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

In Watamu, Kenya, in August, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 16mm (0.63") of accumulated precipitation. In Watamu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.6 days and collects up to 473mm (18.62") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

July through September, with an average sea temperature of 26°C (78.8°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Watamu.
Note: Water activities in surface temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are seen as exceptional and extremely agreeable for lengthened time spans.

Daylight

In Watamu, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:21 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Watamu is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Watamu. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Heed this! UV intensity is much stronger when reflected off sand and water.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Watamu?

In August, in Watamu, the average high-temperature is 27.5°C (81.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 23.8°C (74.8°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Watamu?

In Watamu, Kenya, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

How many days does it rain in August in Watamu?

In Watamu, during August, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.

What are the months with the coldest sea water in Watamu?

July through September, with an average sea temperature of 26°C (78.8°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Watamu, Kenya.

What is the sea water temperature in August in Watamu?

In Watamu, Kenya, the average seawater temperature in August is 26°C (78.8°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

What is the average length of the day in August in Watamu?

In August, the average day length in Watamu, Kenya, is 12h and 1min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Watamu?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:21 EAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Watamu have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Watamu, Kenya, is 8.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Watamu?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Watamu.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Watamu?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Watamu.

What is the UV index reading in August in Watamu?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Watamu is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Watamu, Kenya

Average temperature in August - Watamu, Kenya
  • Average high temperature in August: 27.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 23.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are August and September (23.8°C).

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Average pressure in August
Watamu, Kenya

Average pressure in August - Watamu, Kenya
  • Average pressure in August: 1015.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1010.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Watamu, Kenya

Average wind speed in August - Watamu, Kenya
  • Average wind speed in August: 25.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (28.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (14.6km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Watamu, Kenya

Average humidity in August - Watamu, Kenya
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, October and November (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
Watamu, Kenya

Average rainfall in August - Watamu, Kenya
  • Average rainfall in August: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (14mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Watamu, Kenya

Average rainfall days in August - Watamu, Kenya
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Watamu, Kenya

Average sea temperature in August - Watamu, Kenya
  • Average sea temperature in August: 26°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is April (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August and September (26°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Watamu, Kenya

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Watamu, Kenya
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Watamu, Kenya

Average sunshine days in August - Watamu, Kenya
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Watamu, Kenya

Average UV index in August - Watamu, Kenya
  • Average UV index in August: 7

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

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Average cloud cover in August
Watamu, Kenya

Average cloud cover in August - Watamu, Kenya
  • Average cloud cover in August: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in August
Watamu, Kenya

Average visibility in August - Watamu, Kenya
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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