August weather forecast
Lilongwe, Malawi

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Clear skies above a minaret mosque tower in Lilongwe, Malawi
Clear skies above a minaret mosque tower in Lilongwe, Malawi

Weather in August

Lilongwe in August experiences an increase in temperature and minimal rainfall. Continuing from the dry spell in July, August sees slight warming but stays within comfortable limits. The city enjoys its longest sunshine hours, making outdoor activities a joy for residents and visitors. The city experiences its driest conditions as rainfall decreases further to 1mm (0.04"). August ends the dry season on a predominantly warm note.

Temperature

The commencement of August records an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.2°C (79.2°F), barely varying from July's 23.8°C (74.8°F). In the month of August, Lilongwe witnesses a marked temperature drop at night, averaging a low of 13.2°C (55.8°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Lilongwe is 51%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Lilongwe are August and September Rain falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:40 CAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Lilongwe?

Lilongwe in August has an average high-temperature of 26.2°C (79.2°F) and an average low-temperature of 13.2°C (55.8°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Lilongwe?

The average relative humidity in August in Lilongwe is 51%.

What is the driest month in Lilongwe?

August and September are months with the least rain in Lilongwe when the rain falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.

How many days does it rain in August in Lilongwe?

In Lilongwe, in August, it is raining for 1.3 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in August in Lilongwe?

In Lilongwe, Malawi, the average day length in August is 11h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Lilongwe?

On the first day of August in Lilongwe, Malawi, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:40 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Lilongwe?

The average sunshine duration in August is 8.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Lilongwe?

The months with the highest UV index in Lilongwe, Malawi, are August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in Lilongwe?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Lilongwe is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average temperature in August - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average high temperature in August: 26.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (30.6°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (23.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 13.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.9°C).

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Average pressure in August
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average pressure in August - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average pressure in August: 1018.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average wind speed in August - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.2km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average humidity in August - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average humidity in August: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (44%).

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Average rainfall in August
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average rainfall in August - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average rainfall in August: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (211mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average rainfall days in August - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average rainfall days in August: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.3 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average sunshine days in August - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average sunshine days in August: 27.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average UV index in August - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June and July (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in August
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average cloud cover in August - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average cloud cover in August: 13

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in August
Lilongwe, Malawi

Average visibility in August - Lilongwe, Malawi
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (7km).

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