August weather forecastGhamrin, Egypt

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another torrid month in Ghamrin, Egypt, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.4°C (99.3°F) and an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

August registers an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 37.4°C (99.3°F), slightly varied from July's 37.6°C (99.7°F). August nights experience a distinct temperature drop from the daily highs, with an average low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index in August is appraised at a burning hot 50°C (122°F). Take heed: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Heatstroke is a potential outcome of continuous activity.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Ghamrin is 55%.

Rainfall

June through September are months without rainfall in Ghamrin.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 14min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EEST.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 12.4h of sunshine.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Ghamrin is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

Ghamrin in August has an average high-temperature of 37.4°C (99.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 50°C (122°F).

In Ghamrin, the average relative humidity in August is 55%.

June through September are months without rainfall in Ghamrin, Egypt.

In Ghamrin, the average day length in August is 13h and 14min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ghamrin, Egypt, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 7:20 pm EEST.

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 12.4h of sunshine.

In August, the average sunshine duration is 12.4h.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Ghamrin, Egypt, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Ghamrin, Egypt

  • Average high temperature in August: 37.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (37.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 21.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°C).

Average pressure in August
Ghamrin, Egypt

  • Average pressure in August: 1008.5mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1018.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Ghamrin, Egypt

  • Average wind speed in August: 11.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (12.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (9.9km/h).

Average humidity in August
Ghamrin, Egypt

  • Average humidity in August: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (44%).

Average rainfall in August
Ghamrin, Egypt

  • Average rainfall in August: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (5mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Ghamrin, Egypt

  • Average rainfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (3.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ghamrin, Egypt

  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 12h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Ghamrin, Egypt

  • Average sunshine days in August: 31 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (25.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Ghamrin, Egypt

  • Average UV index in August: 7

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in August
Ghamrin, Egypt

  • Average cloud cover in August: 5

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in August
Ghamrin, Egypt

  • 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).