August weather forecast
Cahama, Angola

August

Weather in August

Cahama experiences its warmest period in August as the city’s highest temperature pushes towards 28.1°C (82.6°F). In line with the rest of the dry season, rainfall still shades from the meteorological record for the month. Looking skywards, residents would note a modest increase in cloud cover. The much welcomed wind speeds from July lessen somewhat, though gusts are still periodically recorded. Underpinning this stable weather is a persistently high pressure, providing a meteorological reassurance of sorts.

Temperature

The transition from July to August brings a subtle temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a warm 25°C (77°F) to a still moderately hot 28.1°C (82.6°F). Cahama registers a significant drop in temperature in August, with average nighttime lows of 12.5°C (54.5°F).

Humidity

August is the least humid month in Cahama, with an average relative humidity of 38%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall in Cahama are January through May, August through December. August is the first month it rains in Cahama. Throughout August, in the average 0.8 rainfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cahama, there are 170.5 rainfall days, and 1898mm (74.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of August, in Cahama, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:56 WAT.

Sunshine

In Cahama, the average sunshine in August is 7.7h.

UV index

August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Cahama in August?
An average high-temperature, in August, in Cahama, is 28.1°C (82.6°F) and the average low-temperature is 12.5°C (54.5°F).
What is the least humid month in Cahama?
August is the least humid month in Cahama, Angola, with an average relative humidity of 38%.
What is the average humidity in August in Cahama?
In August, the average relative humidity in Cahama is 38%.
When does it start to rain in Cahama?
August is the first month it rains. Throughout August, in the average 0.8 rainfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in August in Cahama?
In August, the average day length in Cahama is 11h and 35min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Cahama?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, in Cahama, Angola, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:56 WAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Cahama have in August?
The average sunshine duration in August in Cahama is 7.7h.
When is the highest UV index in Cahama?
August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.
How high is the UV index in August in Cahama?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Cahama, Angola, is 6. A UV Index 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 - Cahama, Angola
Average temperature in August
Cahama, Angola
  • Average high temperature in August: 28.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (29.6°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and March (23.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 12.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (16.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (10.4°C).

Average pressure in August - Cahama, Angola
Average pressure in August
Cahama, Angola
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Cahama, Angola
Average wind speed in August
Cahama, Angola
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (7.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (4.9km/h).

Average humidity in August - Cahama, Angola
Average humidity in August
Cahama, Angola
  • Average humidity in August: 38%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (38%).

Average rainfall in August - Cahama, Angola
Average rainfall in August
Cahama, Angola
  • Average rainfall in August: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (366mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Cahama, Angola
Average rainfall days in August
Cahama, Angola
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (26.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (0.1 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Cahama, Angola
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Cahama, Angola
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August - Cahama, Angola
Average sunshine days in August
Cahama, Angola
  • Average sunshine days in August: 29.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (3.7 days).

Average UV index in August - Cahama, Angola
Average UV index in August
Cahama, Angola
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August - Cahama, Angola
Average cloud cover in August
Cahama, Angola
  • Average cloud cover in August: 3

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in August - Cahama, Angola
Average visibility in August
Cahama, Angola
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (7km).

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