August weather forecastAmparihimahitsy, Madagascar

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Amparihimahitsy, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 20.6°C (69.1°F).

Temperature

Amparihimahitsy records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F) in August, maintaining a close correlation with July's 28.8°C (83.8°F). Throughout the month of August, Amparihimahitsy observes an average nighttime temperature of 20.6°C (69.1°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is computed to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). If activity and exposure persist, they could induce fatigue, leading to possible heat cramps.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 58%.

Rainfall

In Amparihimahitsy, in August, during 2.7 rainfall days, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Amparihimahitsy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.5 days and collects up to 817mm (32.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Amparihimahitsy, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:48 EAT.

Sunshine

April and August, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In August, in Amparihimahitsy, the average high-temperature is 29.8°C (85.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 20.6°C (69.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 58%, are the least humid months.

In August, the average relative humidity is 58%.

In August, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout August, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar, the average day length in August is 11h and 36min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:48 EAT.

The months with the least sunshine are April and August, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine.

In August, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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

28.8°C

29.8°C

30.9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

15.9km/h

15.8km/h

15km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

28.8

27.1

25.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

14%

12%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in August
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

Average high temperature in August: 29.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (28.8°C).

Average low temperature in August: 20.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (20.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

Average pressure in August: 1017mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

Average wind speed in August: 14.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (14.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (10.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

Average humidity in August: 58%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (58%).

Average rainfall in August
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

Average rainfall in August: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (254mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

Average rainfall days in August: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.8 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

Average daylight in August: 11h and 36min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

Average sunshine in August: 7h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

Average sunshine days in August: 27.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (3.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

Average cloud cover in August: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in August
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).