August weather forecastKwa Mkamba, Kenya
August
Weather in August
The last month of the winter, August, is another warm month in Kwa Mkamba, Kenya, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22°C (71.6°F) and 27.6°C (81.7°F).Temperature
The onset of August notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.6°C (81.7°F), subtly shifted from July's 27.3°C (81.1°F). Kwa Mkamba reports an average low-temperature of 22°C (71.6°F) during the nights of August.Heat index
The heat index for August is evaluated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In Kwa Mkamba, in August, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kwa Mkamba, there are 167.2 rainfall days, and 312mm (12.28") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Kwa Mkamba, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 59min.On the first day of August in Kwa Mkamba, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:24 EAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Kwa Mkamba is 8.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Kwa Mkamba, Kenya
- Average high temperature in August: 27.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 22°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22°C).
Average pressure in August
Kwa Mkamba, Kenya
- Average pressure in August: 1016mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.5mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Kwa Mkamba, Kenya
- Average wind speed in August: 20.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (23.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (11.9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Kwa Mkamba, Kenya
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, May, September, October, November and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Kwa Mkamba, Kenya
- Average rainfall in August: 13mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (10mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Kwa Mkamba, Kenya
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kwa Mkamba, Kenya
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 8h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Kwa Mkamba, Kenya
- Average sunshine days in August: 11 days
The month with the most sunshine days is February (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7 days).
Average UV index in August
Kwa Mkamba, Kenya
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Kwa Mkamba, Kenya
- Average cloud cover in August: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Kwa Mkamba, 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).
