August weather forecast
Al-Hay, Iraq

August

Weather in August

In August, Al-Hay registers somewhat similar weather patterns to those in July. While temperatures remain high, a tiny decrease in the heat intensity offers mild relief. The average high temperature dips slightly to 46.6°C (115.9°F), although such a minor change hardly makes a significant difference. The consistently warm weather encourages indoor activities and nighttime outings, thus keeping life vibrant in the city.

Temperature

August's average high-temperature is a still life-threatening hot 46.6°C (115.9°F), maintaining a close comparison with July's 46.7°C (116.1°F). A sharp contrast between day and night is prevalent in August with an average nighttime temperature of 33.8°C (92.8°F).

Humidity

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 10%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

June through September are months without rainfall.

Daylight

In Al-Hay, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:21 +03.

Sunshine

With an average of 12.5h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 10, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 10 suggests this advice:
Act with caution. Neglecting protection can lead to skin and eye damage in moments. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Even on cloudy days, a sunscreen with a minimum 30 sun protection factor should be generously applied and frequently re-applied, including after every swim or outdoor exercise.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?
The high-temperature, in August, in Al-Hay, is 46.6°C (115.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to 33.8°C (92.8°F).
What are the least humid months?
July and August, with an average relative humidity of 10%, are the least humid months.
What is the average humidity in August?
In August, the average relative humidity is 10%.
What is the driest month?
June through September are months without rainfall.
How many hours of daylight does Al-Hay have in August?
In August, the average day length is 13h and 18min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:21 +03.
What month has the most sunshine?
August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 12.5h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Al-Hay have in August?
In August, the average sunshine duration is 12.5h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 10, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in August?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Al-Hay is 10. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Al-Hay, Iraq
  • Average high temperature in August: 46.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (46.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 33.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (34.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.8°C).

Average pressure in August
Al-Hay, Iraq
  • Average pressure in August: 999.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (997.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Al-Hay, Iraq
  • Average wind speed in August: 20.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (22.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (12.7km/h).

Average humidity in August
Al-Hay, Iraq
  • Average humidity in August: 10%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (42%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (10%).

Average rainfall in August
Al-Hay, Iraq
  • Average rainfall in August: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (17mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Al-Hay, Iraq
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (4.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Al-Hay, Iraq
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in August: 12h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Al-Hay, Iraq
  • Average sunshine days in August: 30.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (23.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Al-Hay, Iraq
  • Average UV index in August: 10

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Al-Hay, Iraq
  • Average cloud cover in August: 2

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in August
Al-Hay, Iraq
  • 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).

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