August weather forecastNata, Botswana

August

Weather in August

As Nata moves into August from July, it witnesses an unexpected rise in temperatures. The change is drastic especially during the day. However, a decrease in rainfall, paired with the low levels of cloud coverage and humidity, makes August a drier month than its predecessor. The weather parameters remain mostly stable, indicating a continuation of the sunny periods and clear skies from July. This month's weather conditions make Nata an excellent destination for those seeking a warm getaway.

Temperature

As August arrives in Nata, a slight rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from 24°C (75.2°F) in July to a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F). A striking difference from the daytime highs is registered during August nights, with an average temperature of 14.3°C (57.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 30%.

Rainfall

August is the only month when rain does not fall in Nata.

Daylight

In Nata, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:06 CAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Nata during August are 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 14.3°C (57.7°F) respectively. In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

In Nata, Botswana, the average relative humidity in August is 30%.

August is the only month when rain does not fall.

In August, in Nata, it doesn't rain. July is the latest month when it rains.

In Nata, the average day length in August is 11h and 27min.

On the first day of August in Nata, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:06 CAT.

In Nata, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.4h.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Nata is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Nata, Botswana

  • Average high temperature in August: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 14.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (23.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.6°C).

Average pressure in August
Nata, Botswana

  • Average pressure in August: 1018.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Nata, Botswana

  • Average wind speed in August: 13.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (16.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.7km/h).

Average humidity in August
Nata, Botswana

  • Average humidity in August: 30%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (56%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (24%).

Average rainfall in August
Nata, Botswana

  • Average rainfall in August: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (87mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Nata, Botswana

  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Nata, Botswana

  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Nata, Botswana

  • Average sunshine days in August: 30.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Nata, Botswana

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Nata, Botswana

  • Average cloud cover in August: 3

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in August
Nata, Botswana

  • 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).