August weather forecastBalguda, Kenya

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is another tropical month in Balguda, Kenya, with an average temperature varying between 22.3°C (72.1°F) and 32.4°C (90.3°F).

Temperature

The arrival of August sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.4°C (90.3°F), hardly diverging from July's 32.3°C (90.1°F). The average nighttime temperature lowers to an agreeable 22.3°C (72.1°F) throughout August.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is estimated at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 56%.

Rainfall

In Balguda, in August, during 4.1 rainfall days, 2mm (0.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 103.3 rainfall days, and 326mm (12.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:23 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. 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. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during August is 32.4°C (90.3°F) and the low-temperature is 22.3°C (72.1°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 37°C (98.6°F).

In August, the average relative humidity is 56%.

In August, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout August, 2mm (0.08") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Balguda, the average day length in August is 12h and 4min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:23 EAT.

In Balguda, the average sunshine duration in August is 8.4h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Balguda.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average high temperature in August: 32.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (35.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (32.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 22.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (22.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average pressure in August: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in August: 28.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (29.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.8km/h).

Average humidity in August
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average humidity in August: 56%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (52%).

Average rainfall in August
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in August: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (102mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in August: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (1.3 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in August: 21.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (7.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in August
Balguda, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in August: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in August
Balguda, Kenya

  • 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).