August weather forecastAksum, Ethiopia
August
Weather in August
August continues the rainy patterns of July, holding the position of the second wettest month of the year. Consistent showers and overcast skies become a common spectacle during August. Despite the reduced sun exposure, temperatures remain quite comforting. A curious pattern occurs as the temperatures fluctuate from 12.6°C (54.7°F) to 22.3°C (72.1°F). Augmented by the charm of the rainy season, August portrays a different facet of Aksum's weather.Temperature
August tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 22.3°C (72.1°F) and a low of 12.6°C (54.7°F).Rainfall
In Aksum, during August, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 199mm (7.83") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 63 rainfall days, and 652mm (25.67") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Aksum, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 35min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:37 EAT.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are July and August, with an average of 6h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Aksum are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 12 during August leads to these instructions:
Undertake all key precautions, as unprotected skin and eyes may get burns in no time. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Aksum, Ethiopia
- Average high temperature in August: 22.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (29.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (22.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 12.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (12.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (6.7°C).
Average rainfall in August
Aksum, Ethiopia
- Average rainfall in August: 199mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (221mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Aksum, Ethiopia
- Average rainfall days in August: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (10 days).
The months with the least rainy days are November and December (2 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Aksum, Ethiopia
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 6h
The months with the most sunshine are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 6h).
Average UV index in August
Aksum, Ethiopia
- Average UV index in August: 12
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 9).
