August weather forecastZakho, Iraq

August

Weather in August

August continues to keep up with the summer's sweltering reputation. Zakho's heart beats to the rhythm of the sun, although temperatures take a slight dip from last month, resting at 38.3°C (100.9°F). Especially during midday, the heat could be intense, calling for proper hydration and sun protection measures. Towards the evenings, the climate becomes more tolerable, making it a suitable time to explore local attractions. It is also an excellent month for water sports enthusiasts and beachgoers.

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Zakho's average high-temperature is noted with the start of August, touching a still fiery hot 38.3°C (100.9°F) from July's 38.7°C (101.7°F). Following the sharp contrast to daytime warmth, an average nighttime temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F) gets registered in Zakho during August.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 17%.

Rainfall

July and August are months without rainfall.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall in Zakho.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 19:16. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:39 +03.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 12.5h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 8 during August translates into the following directions:
Always safeguard yourself; without protection, skin and eyes can get damaged instantly. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

In Zakho, 38.3°C (100.9°F) is the average high-temperature and 24.3°C (75.7°F) is the average low-temperature during August. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 27°C (80.6°F).

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 17%, are the least humid months.

In August, the average relative humidity is 17%.

July and August are months without rainfall.

In Zakho, Iraq, in August, it doesn't rain. In September, it rains.

April through November are months without snowfall in Zakho.

In August, the average day length is 13h and 34min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 19:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:39 +03.

August has the most sunshine of the year in Zakho, with an average of 12.5h of sunshine.

In Zakho, the average sunshine duration in August is 12.5h.

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Zakho, Iraq

  • Average high temperature in August: 38.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (38.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 24.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (25.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°C).

Average pressure in August
Zakho, Iraq

  • Average pressure in August: 1004.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1002.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Zakho, Iraq

  • Average wind speed in August: 8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (8.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.3km/h).

Average humidity in August
Zakho, Iraq

  • Average humidity in August: 17%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (17%).

Average rainfall in August
Zakho, Iraq

  • Average rainfall in August: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (104mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Zakho, Iraq

  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).

Average snowfall in August
Zakho, Iraq

  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (28mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Zakho, Iraq

  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Zakho, Iraq

  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 12h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Zakho, Iraq

  • Average sunshine days in August: 30.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Zakho, Iraq

  • Average UV index in August: 8

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Zakho, Iraq

  • Average cloud cover in August: 1

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in August
Zakho, 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).