August weather forecastChikwawa, Malawi
August
Weather in August
August continues the trend of the dry season in Chikwawa, Malawi, with virtually negligible rain of only 3mm (0.12"). The transition from winter to spring begins as mild warm breezes start sweeping the city. The days are longer and filled with sunshine, an indication of the upcoming warmer months. The increased brightness due to the steady decline in cloud cover appears striking against the vibrant, green landscape. Mild wind gusts and increased visibility create conducive watersports conditions.Temperature
Chikwawa experiences a minor temperature shift with the start of August, with average high-temperatures moving from a pleasant 22.2°C (72°F) in July to a warm 26.2°C (79.2°F). Chikwawa, during August nights, observes an average temperature of 14.8°C (58.6°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 60%.Rainfall
The month with the least rainfall in Chikwawa is August, when the rain falls for 4.5 days and typically collects 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.Daylight
In Chikwawa, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 35min.On the first day of August in Chikwawa, Malawi, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:34 CAT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 8.4h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average high temperature in August: 26.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.2°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 14.8°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are November and December (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (13°C).
Average pressure in August
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average pressure in August: 1019.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.4mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average wind speed in August: 7.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (8.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5.7km/h).
Average humidity in August
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average humidity in August: 60%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (47%).
Average rainfall in August
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average rainfall in August: 3mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (383mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (3mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average rainfall days in August: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (3.5 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average daylight in August: 11h and 36min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in August: 8h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average sunshine days in August: 25 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (1.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, April, May, June and July (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average cloud cover in August: 23
The months with the most cloud cover are January, February, March and April (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 17).
Average visibility in August
Chikwawa, Malawi
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are September and October (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is April (6km).
