August weather forecastKhorixas, Namibia
August
Weather in August
August signifies a slow return to the warmer months as the temperature increases slightly from July. The weather remains dry, with negligible rainfall and a notable increase in sunshine hours. Despite the generally clear skies, strong winds might stir up dust, marginally reducing visibility. With an abundance of sunshine, August provides excellent conditions for outdoor sports and sightseeing. Basking in the sun around midday proves popular among many.Temperature
August marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from July's moderately hot 23.7°C (74.7°F) to a still warm 26.9°C (80.4°F). Against the high August temperatures, Khorixas records an average drop to a cool 11.8°C (53.2°F) at night.Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 23%.Rainfall
In Khorixas, rain does not fall in June through August.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Khorixas is 11h and 26min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 18:51 CAT.
Sunshine
August has the most sunshine of the year in Khorixas, with an average of 10h of sunshine.UV index
In Khorixas, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Khorixas, Namibia
- Average high temperature in August: 26.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (23.6°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 11.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (20.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.8°C).
Average pressure in August
Khorixas, Namibia
- Average pressure in August: 1017.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.9mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Khorixas, Namibia
- Average wind speed in August: 11.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Khorixas, Namibia
- Average humidity in August: 23%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (51%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (21%).
Average rainfall in August
Khorixas, Namibia
- Average rainfall in August: 0mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (82mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Khorixas, Namibia
- Average rainfall days in August: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Khorixas, Namibia
- Average daylight in August: 11h and 24min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Khorixas, Namibia
- Average sunshine days in August: 30.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Khorixas, Namibia
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Khorixas, Namibia
- Average cloud cover in August: 1
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).
Average visibility in August
Khorixas, Namibia
- 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).
