August weather forecastKikuu, Kenya

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is also a moderately hot month in Kikuu, Kenya, with an average temperature varying between 28.1°C (82.6°F) and 16.3°C (61.3°F).

Temperature

Kikuu's transition from July to August introduces an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.1°C (82.6°F), marking an insignificant variation from the 27.5°C (81.5°F). Kikuu reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 16.3°C (61.3°F) in August.

Heat index

The heat index in August is evaluated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Persisting in activity during long-term exposure might induce weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 60%.

Rainfall

In Kikuu, 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 Kikuu, Kenya, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:29 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 in Kikuu are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

Kikuu in August has an average high-temperature of 28.1°C (82.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 16.3°C (61.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

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

In Kikuu, during August, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.

In Kikuu, the average day length in August is 12h and 4min.

On the first day of August in Kikuu, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:29 EAT.

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

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

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

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