August weather forecastKerċem, Malta

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Kerċem, Malta, with an average temperature varying between 26.4°C (79.5°F) and 27.4°C (81.3°F).

Temperature

Kerċem registers the highest average temperatures during the month of August, with peaks of 27.4°C (81.3°F) and lows of 26.4°C (79.5°F).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 30°C (86°F). Persisting in activity during long-term exposure might induce weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 2 days. Throughout August, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kerċem, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 347mm (13.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of August, in Kerċem, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:32 pm CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Kerċem, Malta, is 12h.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. 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. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

August, having an average high-temperature of 27.4°C (81.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 26.4°C (79.5°F), is the warmest month in Kerċem.

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 27.4°C (81.3°F) and 26.4°C (79.5°F) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 30°C (86°F).

The average relative humidity in August in Kerċem, Malta, is 73%.

In Kerċem, Malta, during August, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of precipitation.

The average day length in August is 13h and 29min.

On the first day of August in Kerċem, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 7:32 pm CEST.

In Kerċem, Malta, the average sunshine duration in August is 12h.

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kerċem.

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

  • Average high temperature in August: 27.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (14.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 26.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (13.5°C).

Average pressure in August
Kerċem, Malta

  • Average pressure in August: 1014.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.9mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Kerċem, Malta

  • Average wind speed in August: 13.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Kerċem, Malta

  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (69%).

Average rainfall in August
Kerċem, Malta

  • Average rainfall in August: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (76mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Kerċem, Malta

  • Average rainfall days in August: 2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.9 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kerċem, Malta

  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 12h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Kerċem, Malta

  • Average sunshine days in August: 27.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (12 days).

Average UV index in August
Kerċem, Malta

  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in August
Kerċem, Malta

  • Average cloud cover in August: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).

Average visibility in August
Kerċem, Malta

  • 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).