August weather forecast
Mzimba, Malawi

August

Weather in August

August marks a gradual shift towards the end of winter with a modest increase in temperatures. Mzimba’s weather continues to stay dry, while humidity levels start to ascend from their winter lows, resulting in marginally increased cloud cover. The bright, clear weather leads to high visibility and an impressive rate of sunshine hours. August sees the highest wind speed in the year raising to 12.7km/h (7.9mph) resulting in an increase in the frequency of stronger gusts.

Temperature

At the onset of August, Mzimba records an average high-temperature of a warm 24.5°C (76.1°F), showing little deviation from the preceding month. During August, Mzimba experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 13°C (55.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 60%.

Rainfall

August and September are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.

Daylight

In Mzimba, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 44min.
On the first day of August in Mzimba, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:42 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in August translates into this advice:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mzimba in August?
The high-temperature during August is 24.5°C (76.1°F) and the low-temperature is 13°C (55.4°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
The average relative humidity in August is 60%.
What is the driest month?
August and September are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.
How much does it rain in Mzimba in August?
In August, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout August, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Mzimba have in August?
The average day length in August is 11h and 44min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Mzimba?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:42 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in August?
In Mzimba, the average sunshine duration in August is 8.9h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index intensity in August in Mzimba?
In Mzimba, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in August
Mzimba, Malawi
  • Average high temperature in August: 24.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (28.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (21.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 13°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.5°C).

Average pressure in August
Mzimba, Malawi
  • Average pressure in August: 1018mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Mzimba, Malawi
  • Average wind speed in August: 12.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5.9km/h).

Average humidity in August
Mzimba, Malawi
  • Average humidity in August: 60%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (54%).

Average rainfall in August
Mzimba, Malawi
  • Average rainfall in August: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (316mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (1mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Mzimba, Malawi
  • Average rainfall days in August: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (1.6 days).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are March and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Mzimba, Malawi
  • Average sunshine days in August: 24.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Mzimba, Malawi
  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Mzimba, Malawi
  • Average cloud cover in August: 12

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in August
Mzimba, 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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