August weather forecast
Kiangwe, Kenya

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Kiangwe, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.4°C (81.3°F) and 24°C (75.2°F).

Temperature

In Kiangwe, Kenya, August is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 27.4°C (81.3°F) and a low of 24°C (75.2°F).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Long-standing exposure and activity could induce a feeling of tiredness and lead to heat cramps.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout August, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 192.5 rainfall days, and 641mm (25.24") 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 06:21 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:18 EAT.

Sunshine

In Kiangwe, the average sunshine in August is 8.5h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. 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 threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in August translates into these instructions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?
August is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 27.4°C (81.3°F) and as low as 24°C (75.2°F).
What is the usual temperature for Kiangwe in August?
In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 27.4°C (81.3°F) and 24°C (75.2°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
In Kiangwe, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.
How much does it rain in August?
In Kiangwe, during August, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Kiangwe have in August?
The average day length in August is 12h and 3min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:18 EAT.
How long on average sun shines in August?
The average sunshine duration in August is 8.5h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Kiangwe?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Kiangwe.
What is the UV index reading in August?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. 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
Kiangwe, Kenya
  • Average high temperature in August: 27.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 24°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (24°C).

Average pressure in August
Kiangwe, Kenya
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.9mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Kiangwe, Kenya
  • Average wind speed in August: 25.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (27.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (14.5km/h).

Average humidity in August
Kiangwe, Kenya
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Kiangwe, Kenya
  • Average rainfall in August: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (156mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (7mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Kiangwe, Kenya
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (24.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.6 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kiangwe, Kenya
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 1min

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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Kiangwe, Kenya
  • Average sunshine days in August: 8.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Kiangwe, 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
Kiangwe, Kenya
  • Average cloud cover in August: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in August
Kiangwe, 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).

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