August weather forecast
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo

August

Weather in August

As the peak summer month, August flaunts the highest recorded temperatures in Bukama, reaching a scorching 33.6°C. This month's weather is characterized by harsh sun, high temperatures, and wind patterns leaning towards the extreme. The insubstantial rainfall does little to offset the elevated temperatures and sunshine. Despite the high daytime temperatures, nights remain relatively cooler, offering slight relief from the summertime heat. With August ending, Bukama starts tracing the trail towards monsoon.

Temperature

Bukama's weather, upon August's arrival, documents an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.6°C, nearly identical to the prior month. From the heights of the August heat, Bukama records a mean nighttime low of 18.9°C.

Humidity

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 30%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall are January through May, August through December. August is the first month it rains. Throughout August, in the average 1.4 rainfall days, it receives 2mm of precipitation. In Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 204.5 days and collects up to 1265mm of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:14 CAT.

Sunshine

In Bukama, the average sunshine in August is 9.9h.

UV index

July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bukama. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During August, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?
In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 33.6°C and 18.9°C respectively. In June, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 30°C.
What is the least humid month?
August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 30%.
What is the average humidity in August in Bukama?
In Bukama, the average relative humidity in August is 30%.
When does it start to rain?
August is the first month it rains. Throughout August, in the average 1.4 rainfall days, it receives 2mm of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in August?
The average day length in August is 11h and 49min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:14 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Bukama have in August?
In Bukama, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.9h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
How high is the UV index in August?
In Bukama, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in August - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average temperature in August
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average high temperature in August: 33.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (34.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 18.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (21°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (15.7°C).

Average pressure in August - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average pressure in August
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average wind speed in August
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (7.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (4.7km/h).

Average humidity in August - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average humidity in August
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average humidity in August: 30%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (30%).

Average rainfall in August - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average rainfall in August
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall in August: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (269mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average rainfall days in August
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall days in August: 1.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and December (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (0.2 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average sunshine days in August
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average sunshine days in August: 29 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and December (0.4 days).

Average UV index in August - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average UV index in August
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average cloud cover in August
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average cloud cover in August: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in August - Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
Average visibility in August
Bukama, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • 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, February, March and December (7km).

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