August weather forecast
Kwale, Kenya

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is another warm month in Kwale, Kenya, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and an average low of 22°C (71.6°F).

Temperature

August welcomes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.6°C (81.7°F), not much different from the preceding month. Kwale experiences an average low-temperature reading of 22°C (71.6°F) throughout August.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In August, in Kwale, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout August, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kwale, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.2 days and collects up to 312mm (12.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:23 EAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Kwale 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During August, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Kwale in August?
In Kwale, in August, the average high-temperature is 27.6°C (81.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 22°C (71.6°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Kwale?
In August, the average relative humidity in Kwale, Kenya, is 76%.
How much does it rain in Kwale in August?
In Kwale, in August, during 12.6 rainfall days, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Kwale have in August?
In Kwale, the average day length in August is 11h and 59min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Kwale?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, in Kwale, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:23 EAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Kwale have in August?
In Kwale, the average sunshine duration in August is 8.3h.
When is the lowest UV index in Kwale?
July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in August in Kwale?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Kwale is 6. A UV Index 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 - Kwale, Kenya
Average temperature in August
Kwale, 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 - Kwale, Kenya
Average pressure in August
Kwale, 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 - Kwale, Kenya
Average wind speed in August
Kwale, 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 - Kwale, Kenya
Average humidity in August
Kwale, 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 - Kwale, Kenya
Average rainfall in August
Kwale, 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 - Kwale, Kenya
Average rainfall days in August
Kwale, 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 - Kwale, Kenya
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kwale, 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 2min

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 - Kwale, Kenya
Average sunshine days in August
Kwale, 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 - Kwale, Kenya
Average UV index in August
Kwale, 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 - Kwale, Kenya
Average cloud cover in August
Kwale, 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 - Kwale, Kenya
Average visibility in August
Kwale, 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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