August weather forecastMumias, Kenya

August

Weather in August

August ushers in a subtle change in the city's climatic conditions, with an increase in rainfall - registering 77mm (3.03"). Despite the resurgence of rainfall, overall climatic conditions remain temperate and conducive to routine activities. The return of the rainy conditions creates a comfortable blend of sunshine and showers, adding a dynamic element to the city's landscapes. The relative humidity and high overcast sky limit the visibility slightly but don't impact regular life. It's not the driest month, but it contributes to the climate diversity that Mumias experiences annually.

Temperature

During August, the average high-temperature is a still warm 24.6°C (76.3°F), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. Mumias's temperature in August lowers to a consistent average of 14.4°C (57.9°F) during the nights.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Mumias, in August, during 21.1 rainfall days, 77mm (3.03") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mumias, during the entire year, the rain falls for 240.6 days and collects up to 1133mm (44.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Mumias is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:45 EAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Mumias. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in August transforms into this advice:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in August, in Mumias, is 24.6°C (76.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to 14.4°C (57.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in March is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

In August, the average relative humidity in Mumias is 79%.

In Mumias, in August, during 21.1 rainfall days, 77mm (3.03") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in August in Mumias, Kenya, is 12h and 8min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:45 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in August in Mumias, Kenya, is 9.2h.

April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Mumias.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Mumias, Kenya, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Mumias, Kenya

  • Average high temperature in August: 24.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 14.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (13.7°C).

Average pressure in August
Mumias, Kenya

  • Average pressure in August: 1014.6mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.9mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Mumias, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
Mumias, Kenya

  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (54%).

Average rainfall in August
Mumias, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in August: 77mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (175mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (35mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Mumias, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in August: 21.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (25.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

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

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The months with the shortest days are January and December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Mumias, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in August: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Mumias, Kenya

  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and March (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Mumias, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in August
Mumias, Kenya

  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and June (8km).