August weather forecastAnakao, Madagascar
August
Weather in August
In August, Anakao starts its warm up, with the temperature peaking at 26.8°C (80.2°F). It's also the driest month, making outdoor activities more appealing. Sea temperatures start to slowly increase, drawing beach-goers and swimmers back to the coast. The wind speed remains more or less similar and conditions remain pleasant for sightseeing and exploration. Social and cultural events are common during this month, providing lively engagement for visitors and locals alike.Temperature
The arrival of August records an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.8°C (80.2°F), closely related to the 25.8°C (78.4°F) observed in July. Anakao temperatures generally rest at a low of 19.6°C (67.3°F) during the August nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 63%.Rainfall
July and August are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of rain.Sea temperature
In Anakao, the average seawater temperature in August is 24.2°C (75.6°F).Note: For someone sensitive to cold, swimming in 24.2°C (75.6°F) waters can be invigorating, especially when considering elements like sunshine, wind, and current air temperature. (As a reference, Olympic swimming waters are kept between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)
Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 11h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 17:54 EAT.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine.UV index
April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Caution! The reflection of sand and water significantly amplifies the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Anakao, Madagascar
- Average high temperature in August: 26.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (25.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 19.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (18.8°C).
Average pressure in August
Anakao, Madagascar
- Average pressure in August: 1019.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.4mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Anakao, Madagascar
- Average wind speed in August: 16.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (19km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and May (15.6km/h).
Average humidity in August
Anakao, Madagascar
- Average humidity in August: 63%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (70%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and September (62%).
Average rainfall in August
Anakao, Madagascar
- Average rainfall in August: 3mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (89mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (3mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Anakao, Madagascar
- Average rainfall days in August: 1.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.3 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Anakao, Madagascar
- Average sea temperature in August: 24.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (28.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is July (23.8°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Anakao, Madagascar
- Average daylight in August: 11h and 18min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 30min
The months with the most sunshine are October and November (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Anakao, Madagascar
- Average sunshine days in August: 28 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (28 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Anakao, Madagascar
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Anakao, Madagascar
- Average cloud cover in August: 8
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in August
Anakao, Madagascar
- 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).
