Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
August
Weather in August
Temperature
August is the month when Kipuka experiences its warmest temperatures, averaging a high of 36°C (96.8°F) and a low of 24.2°C (75.6°F).Heat index
The heat index for August is estimated at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 46%.Rainfall
In Kipuka, in August, during 9.8 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 240.7 rainfall days, and 1070mm (42.13") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Kipuka, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 11h and 57min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 17:45 WAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Kipuka is 9.5h.UV index
January, March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Average temperature in August
Kipuka, Democratic Republic of Congo
- Average high temperature in August: 36°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (36°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is November (29.5°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 24.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.1°C).
Average pressure in August
Kipuka, Democratic Republic of Congo
- Average pressure in August: 1010.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1011.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.6mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Kipuka, Democratic Republic of Congo
- Average wind speed in August: 5.7km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are August and September (5.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.3km/h).
Average humidity in August
Kipuka, Democratic Republic of Congo
- Average humidity in August: 46%
The month with the highest relative humidity is November (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (42%).
Average rainfall in August
Kipuka, Democratic Republic of Congo
- Average rainfall in August: 24mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (179mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (4mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Kipuka, Democratic Republic of Congo
- Average rainfall days in August: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (28.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.5 days).
Average snowfall days in August
Kipuka, Democratic Republic of Congo
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kipuka, Democratic Republic of Congo
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Kipuka, Democratic Republic of Congo
- Average sunshine days in August: 18.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (1.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Kipuka, Democratic Republic of Congo
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Kipuka, Democratic Republic of Congo
- Average cloud cover in August: 22
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in August
Kipuka, Democratic Republic of Congo
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are October, November and December (8km).
