August weather forecast
Masi-Manimba, Democratic Republic of Congo

August

Weather in August

August brings a slight relief from the July heat, with a minor drop in the maximum temperature to 36°C (96.8°F). The city also receives a little more rainfall this month, taken as a hint of the approaching wet season. Winds blow more robustly across the cityscape, moderating the temperature during peak hours. Beautiful late-summer evenings can be spent outdoors, under a sky tinted with gradients of orange and pink. In this month, weather continues its usual rhythm in Masi-Manimba, transitioning slowly yet steadily to a new season.

Temperature

The month of August, characterized by an average high of 36°C (96.8°F) and a low of 24.2°C (75.6°F), is recognized as the warmest.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 46%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout August, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated. In Masi-Manimba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 240.7 days and collects up to 1070mm (42.13") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Masi-Manimba, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

Daylight

In Masi-Manimba, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:49 WAT.

Sunshine

In Masi-Manimba, Democratic Republic of Congo, the average sunshine in August is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Masi-Manimba are January, March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest?
Masi-Manimba's temperatures tend to reach their peak averages in August, with a high of 36°C (96.8°F) and a low of 24.2°C (75.6°F).
How hot does it get in August?
During August, Masi-Manimba experiences an average high-temperature of 36°C (96.8°F) and a low-temperature of 24.2°C (75.6°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 41°C (105.8°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
In Masi-Manimba, the average relative humidity in August is 46%.
How many days does it rain in August?
In August, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout August, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated.
When it does not snow?
January through August, October through December are months without snowfall in Masi-Manimba.
Does it snow in August?
In Masi-Manimba, Democratic Republic of Congo, in August, it doesn't snow. In September, it regularly snows.
What is the average length of the day in August?
In Masi-Manimba, the average day length in August is 11h and 58min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, in Masi-Manimba, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:49 WAT.
How long on average sun shines in August in Masi-Manimba?
In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January, March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index intensity in August?
In Masi-Manimba, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Masi-Manimba, 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
Masi-Manimba, 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
Masi-Manimba, 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
Masi-Manimba, 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
Masi-Manimba, 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
Masi-Manimba, 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
Masi-Manimba, 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
Masi-Manimba, 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 54min).

  • 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
Masi-Manimba, 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
Masi-Manimba, 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
Masi-Manimba, 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
Masi-Manimba, 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).

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