August weather forecastKakamega, Kenya
August
Weather in August
In August, Kakamega shows signs of weather improvement transitioning towards the dry season. This month is characterized by relatively dry days that invite an influx of adventure enthusiasts to the city. The weather doesn't deviate much from July, remaining pleasantly warm and bright. An average increase in temperature is noted with a maximum reaching 24.6°C (76.3°F) offering the ideal climate for exploration and adventure.Temperature
With August's arrival, Kakamega notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.6°C (76.3°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month. Kakamega's average low-temperature during August nights is observed to be a mild 14.4°C (57.9°F).Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Kakamega is 79%.Rainfall
In Kakamega, during August, the rain falls for 21.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 77mm (3.03") of precipitation. In Kakamega, during the entire year, the rain falls for 240.6 days and collects up to 1133mm (44.61") of precipitation.Daylight
In Kakamega, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 8min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:44 EAT.
Sunshine
In Kakamega, the average sunshine in August is 9.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Kakamega are April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Kakamega, Kenya
- Average high temperature in August: 24.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 14.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (13.7°C).
Average pressure in August
Kakamega, Kenya
- Average pressure in August: 1014.6mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.9mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Kakamega, Kenya
- Average wind speed in August: 5.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.4km/h).
Average humidity in August
Kakamega, Kenya
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (54%).
Average rainfall in August
Kakamega, Kenya
- Average rainfall in August: 77mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (175mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (35mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Kakamega, Kenya
- Average rainfall days in August: 21.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (25.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kakamega, Kenya
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The months with the shortest days are January and November (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Kakamega, Kenya
- Average sunshine days in August: 8.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Kakamega, Kenya
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February and March (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Kakamega, Kenya
- Average cloud cover in August: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in August
Kakamega, Kenya
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and June (8km).
