August weather forecastNakuru, Kenya
August
Weather in August
August builds upon the trends established in the previous months, although with a slight increase in temperatures. Nakuru experiences temperatures ranging from 10.6°C (51.1°F) at dawn to a maximum of 21.8°C (71.2°F) in the afternoon. The rainfall quantity further increases to 94mm (3.7") distributed over 24 days, the highest throughout the year. Nevertheless, the amount of sunshine and daylight remain consistent, as does the wind speed. The UV index also stays at 5, making August a month of balanced weather occurrences.Temperature
August's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a still pleasant 21.8°C (71.2°F) from July's 20.9°C (69.6°F). During the month of August, Nakuru experiences a steady low-temperature average of 10.6°C (51.1°F).Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Nakuru is 77%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 24 days and typically aggregates up to 94mm (3.7") of precipitation.Daylight
In Nakuru, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 7min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of August, in Nakuru, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:39 EAT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Nakuru is 9.1h.UV index
January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 5 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average high temperature in August: 21.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.9°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 10.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (12.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°C).
Average pressure in August
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average pressure in August: 1015.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.6mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average wind speed in August: 7.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.5km/h).
Average humidity in August
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (59%).
Average rainfall in August
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average rainfall in August: 94mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (18mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average rainfall days in August: 24 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 6min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The months with the shortest days are June and July (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average sunshine days in August: 3.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 15).
Average visibility in August
Nakuru, Kenya
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and July (8km).
