August weather forecast
Antsakabary, Madagascar

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is another warm month in Antsakabary, Madagascar, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.4°C (68.7°F) and an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

Antsakabary starts August with an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from July. August generally records an average low-temperature of 20.4°C (68.7°F).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Antsakabary, the average relative humidity in August is 64%.

Rainfall

In Antsakabary, in August, during 4.8 rainfall days, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 207.2 rainfall days, and 1328mm (52.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 37min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:38 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8h.

UV index

January through April, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?
August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and a low-temperature of 20.4°C (68.7°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
In August, the average relative humidity is 64%.
How many days does it rain in August?
In Antsakabary, during August, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in August?
The average day length in August is 11h and 37min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:38 EAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Antsakabary have in August?
The average sunshine duration in August in Antsakabary is 8h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index intensity in August?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average visibility
Average temperature in August - Antsakabary, Madagascar
Average temperature in August
Antsakabary, Madagascar
  • Average high temperature in August: 29.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are October and November (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (29.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 20.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are November and December (24.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (20.3°C).

Average pressure in August - Antsakabary, Madagascar
Average pressure in August
Antsakabary, Madagascar
  • Average pressure in August: 1017.4mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1017.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Antsakabary, Madagascar
Average wind speed in August
Antsakabary, Madagascar
  • Average wind speed in August: 11.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (8.1km/h).

Average humidity in August - Antsakabary, Madagascar
Average humidity in August
Antsakabary, Madagascar
  • Average humidity in August: 64%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (63%).

Average rainfall in August - Antsakabary, Madagascar
Average rainfall in August
Antsakabary, Madagascar
  • Average rainfall in August: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (399mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Antsakabary, Madagascar
Average rainfall days in August
Antsakabary, Madagascar
  • Average rainfall days in August: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.8 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Antsakabary, Madagascar
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Antsakabary, Madagascar
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 4min

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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August - Antsakabary, Madagascar
Average sunshine days in August
Antsakabary, Madagascar
  • Average sunshine days in August: 24.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.8 days).

Average UV index in August - Antsakabary, Madagascar
Average UV index in August
Antsakabary, Madagascar
  • Average UV index in August: 7

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

Average cloud cover in August - Antsakabary, Madagascar
Average cloud cover in August
Antsakabary, Madagascar
  • Average cloud cover in August: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in August - Antsakabary, Madagascar
Average visibility in August
Antsakabary, Madagascar
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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

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