August weather forecastKakoneni, Kenya

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Kakoneni, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.8°C (74.8°F) and 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Temperature

August reports an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.5°C (81.5°F), slightly varied from July's 27.4°C (81.3°F). August sees a slight dip to an average low temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F) from the daytime highs.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is computed to be a hot 30°C (86°F). Prolonged exposure and physical activity might induce exhaustion, potentially causing heat cramps.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.

Humidity

In Kakoneni, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

In Kakoneni, in August, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 16mm (0.63") of accumulated precipitation. In Kakoneni, Kenya, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.6 days and collects up to 473mm (18.62") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Kakoneni is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:22 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Kakoneni, Kenya, is 8.6h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kakoneni. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Kakoneni. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

Kakoneni in August has an average high-temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

In August, the average relative humidity in Kakoneni is 75%.

In Kakoneni, Kenya, during August, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.

In Kakoneni, the average day length in August is 12h and 1min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:22 EAT.

In Kakoneni, the average sunshine duration in August is 8.6h.

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

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

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

  • Average high temperature in August: 27.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 23.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are August and September (23.8°C).

Average pressure in August
Kakoneni, Kenya

  • Average pressure in August: 1015.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Kakoneni, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in August: 25.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (28.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (14.6km/h).

Average humidity in August
Kakoneni, Kenya

  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, October and November (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Kakoneni, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in August: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (14mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Kakoneni, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kakoneni, 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 36min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Kakoneni, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Kakoneni, 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
Kakoneni, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in August: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Kakoneni, 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).