August weather forecastKalivu, Kenya

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Kalivu, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 16.3°C (61.3°F) and 28.1°C (82.6°F).

Temperature

The start of August sees the average high-temperature at a still warm 28.1°C (82.6°F), showing little difference from July's 27.5°C (81.5°F). Kalivu's August nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 16.3°C (61.3°F).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is estimated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). When exposure and activity are sustained, they could induce fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.

Humidity

In Kalivu, Kenya, the average relative humidity in August is 60%.

Rainfall

In Kalivu, Kenya, during August, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 177.5 rainfall days, and 606mm (23.86") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:30 EAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Kalivu, Kenya, during August are 28.1°C (82.6°F) and 16.3°C (61.3°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 30°C (86°F).

In Kalivu, Kenya, the average relative humidity in August is 60%.

In Kalivu, Kenya, in August, during 2.7 rainfall days, 2mm (0.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In August, the average day length in Kalivu, Kenya, is 12h and 3min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:30 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in August in Kalivu is 9.6h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Kalivu, Kenya.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Kalivu, Kenya.

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

  • Average high temperature in August: 28.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (29.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (26.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 16.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (18.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (15.6°C).

Average pressure in August
Kalivu, Kenya

  • Average pressure in August: 1016.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Kalivu, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in August: 11.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.5km/h).

Average humidity in August
Kalivu, Kenya

  • Average humidity in August: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (59%).

Average rainfall in August
Kalivu, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in August: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (121mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Kalivu, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in August: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (26.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.4 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kalivu, 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: 9h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Kalivu, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in August: 26.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3 days).

Average UV index in August
Kalivu, Kenya

  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Kalivu, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Kalivu, Kenya

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, November and December (8km).