August weather forecast
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

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Weather in August

As August unfolds, Kolwezi continues to experience arid weather with no signs of rainfall. The sunshine hours and visibility remain fairly high, thanks to the absence of the dense cloud cover. Concurrently, the temperature in this month surges to a remarkable high of 29.9°C (85.8°F). Yet, the weather stays relatively comfortable due to a steady breeze blowing in the city.

Temperature

Kolwezi observes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.9°C (85.8°F) in August, barely different from 27.3°C (81.1°F) in July. Despite the significant gap from daytime peaks, Kolwezi experiences an average low-temperature of 15.7°C (60.3°F) in August.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 31%, August is the least humid month in Kolwezi.

Rainfall

In Kolwezi, rain does not fall in June through August.

Daylight

In Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:15 CAT.

Sunshine

In Kolwezi, the average sunshine in August is 10h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May, July through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During August, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Kolwezi in August?

In Kolwezi, in August, the average high-temperature is 29.9°C (85.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 15.7°C (60.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in July is evaluated at 27°C (80.6°F).

What is the least humid month in Kolwezi?

The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 31%.

What is the average humidity in August in Kolwezi?

In August, the average relative humidity in Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo, is 31%.

What is the driest month in Kolwezi?

In Kolwezi, rain does not fall in June through August.

Does it rain in Kolwezi in August?

In Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo, in August, it doesn't rain. In September, it rains.

How many hours of daylight does Kolwezi have in August?

In August, the average day length is 11h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Kolwezi?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, in Kolwezi, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:15 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kolwezi have in August?

In Kolwezi, the average sunshine duration in August is 10h.

When is the highest UV index in Kolwezi?

The months with the highest UV index are May, July through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in Kolwezi?

In Kolwezi, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average temperature in August - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average high temperature in August: 29.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (32°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 15.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (18.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (12.6°C).

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Average pressure in August
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average pressure in August - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average wind speed in August - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average wind speed in August: 11.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (11.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and December (5.9km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average humidity in August - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average humidity in August: 31%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (31%).

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Average rainfall in August
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall in August - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall in August: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (259mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall days in August - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (29.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0.1 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average sunshine days in August - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average sunshine days in August: 30.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (0.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average UV index in August - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, July, August, September and October (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in August
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average cloud cover in August - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average cloud cover in August: 3

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 3).

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Average visibility in August
Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average visibility in August - Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (6km).

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Kolwezi, Democratic Republic of Congo

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