August weather forecastMarafa, Kenya

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is also a moderately hot month in Marafa, Kenya, with an average temperature varying between 27.5°C (81.5°F) and 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Temperature

The start of August marks an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.5°C (81.5°F), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in July. August nights in Marafa witness a mild cool down to an average low of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

August's average heat index is calculated to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). Enduring exposure and continuous activity might cause a feeling of tiredness and induce heat cramps.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Marafa is 75%.

Rainfall

In Marafa, in August, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 16mm (0.63") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 184.6 rainfall days, and 473mm (18.62") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:22 EAT.

Sunshine

In Marafa, the average sunshine in August is 8.6h.

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 in Marafa. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Updated: Jan 31, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

During August, Marafa experiences an average high-temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and a low-temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

The average relative humidity in August is 75%.

In August, in Marafa, Kenya, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout August, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in August is 12h and 1min.

On the first day of August in Marafa, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:22 EAT.

In August, the average sunshine duration in Marafa, Kenya, is 8.6h.

The months with the highest UV index in Marafa are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Marafa.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J August S O N D

Jul

August

Sep

Average high temperature

27.4°C

27.5°C

27.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

29.7km/h

26.4km/h

23.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.5

12.6

11.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Marafa, Kenya

Average high temperature in August: 27.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.4°C).

Average low temperature in August: 23.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are August and September (23.8°C).

Average pressure in August
Marafa, Kenya

Average pressure in August: 1015.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Marafa, Kenya

Average wind speed in August: 25.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (28.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (14.6km/h).

Average humidity in August
Marafa, Kenya

Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, October and November (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Marafa, Kenya

Average rainfall in August: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (14mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Marafa, Kenya

Average rainfall days in August: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.2 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Marafa, Kenya

Average daylight in August: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

Average sunshine in August: 8h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Marafa, Kenya

Average sunshine days in August: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Marafa, 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
Marafa, Kenya

Average cloud cover in August: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Marafa, 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).