August weather forecastGotani, Kenya

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is another warm month in Gotani, Kenya, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22°C (71.6°F) and 27.6°C (81.7°F).

Temperature

The arrival of August sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still warm 27.6°C (81.7°F), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. Gotani experiences an average low-temperature of 22°C (71.6°F) in month of August.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Prolonged exposure combined with continuous activity could lead to exhaustion, and possibly heat cramps.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

In Gotani, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Gotani, in August, during 12.6 rainfall days, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.2 rainfall days, and 312mm (12.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of August in Gotani, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:23 EAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gotani are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

In Gotani, in August, the average high-temperature is 27.6°C (81.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 22°C (71.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

The average relative humidity in August in Gotani, Kenya, is 76%.

In Gotani, in August, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation.

In August, the average day length in Gotani, Kenya, is 11h and 59min.

On the first day of August in Gotani, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:23 EAT.

In Gotani, the average sunshine duration in August is 8.3h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Gotani, Kenya, are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

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

  • Average high temperature in August: 27.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 22°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22°C).

Average pressure in August
Gotani, Kenya

  • Average pressure in August: 1016mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Gotani, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in August: 20.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (23.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (11.9km/h).

Average humidity in August
Gotani, Kenya

  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, May, September, October, November and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Gotani, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in August: 13mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (10mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Gotani, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in August: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Gotani, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in August: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7 days).

Average UV index in August
Gotani, Kenya

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Gotani, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in August: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in August
Gotani, 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).