August weather forecast
Herat, Afghanistan

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Weather in August

August in Herat Afghanistan remains within the bounds of the summer season but starts to show signs of receding heat. Daily weather patterns indicate cooler mornings and evenings with warmer afternoons. Despite the slight reduction in temperatures with highs of 31.8°C (89.2°F) and lows around 19.3°C (66.7°F), conditions remain arid as no rainfall is recorded. Given the intense UV index of 6, adequate sun protection is necessary during daylight hours. Meanwhile, rapidly blowing breezes add a touch of coolness to the sweltering afternoons.

Temperature

Herat's shift into August sets the average high-temperature at a still hot 31.8°C (89.2°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from July's 33.3°C (91.9°F). Herat, in August, displays a significant temperature downturn during the night, with an average reading of 19.3°C (66.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 17%.

Rainfall

In Herat, rain does not fall in June through September.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Herat is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 19:22. On the last day of August, in Herat, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:48 +0430.

Sunshine

With an average of 12.5h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Herat, Afghanistan.

UV index

In Herat, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Herat in August?

In Herat, in August, the average high-temperature is 31.8°C (89.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 19.3°C (66.7°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Herat?

In August, the average relative humidity in Herat, Afghanistan, is 17%.

What is the driest month in Herat?

June through September are months without rainfall in Herat, Afghanistan.

When it does not snow in Herat?

In Herat, snow does not fall in April through October.

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

In August, the average day length is 13h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Herat?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 19:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:48 +0430.

What month has the most sunshine in Herat?

August has the most sunshine of the year in Herat, Afghanistan, with an average of 12.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Herat?

In Herat, Afghanistan, the average sunshine duration in August is 12.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Herat?

In Herat, Afghanistan, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Herat, Afghanistan

Average temperature in August - Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average high temperature in August: 31.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (33.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 19.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (21.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°C).

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Average pressure in August
Herat, Afghanistan

Average pressure in August - Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average pressure in August: 1007.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1022.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1004.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Herat, Afghanistan

Average wind speed in August - Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average wind speed in August: 26.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (29.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (9.8km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Herat, Afghanistan

Average humidity in August - Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average humidity in August: 17%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (51%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (16%).

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Average rainfall in August
Herat, Afghanistan

Average rainfall in August - Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average rainfall in August: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (32mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Herat, Afghanistan

Average rainfall days in August - Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (9.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Herat, Afghanistan

Average snowfall in August - Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (42mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Herat, Afghanistan

Average snowfall days in August - Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Herat, Afghanistan

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 12h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Herat, Afghanistan

Average sunshine days in August - Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average sunshine days in August: 30.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (30.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and April (18.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Herat, Afghanistan

Average UV index in August - Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in August
Herat, Afghanistan

Average cloud cover in August - Herat, Afghanistan
  • Average cloud cover in August: 1

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 23).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 1).

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Average visibility in August
Herat, Afghanistan

Average visibility in August - Herat, Afghanistan
  • 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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