August weather forecast
Mpungu, Namibia

August

Weather in August

The weather in August in Mpungu, Namibia stands out with a noticeable jump in the temperature, topping out at 30.1°C (86.2°F). This rise represents a definitive break from the cooler weather evident in June and July. While rainfall remains absent in August, the increase in temperature is accompanied by the longest sunlight hours per day, hitting the 10-hour mark. August, therefore, is characterized by transition towards warmer days, absence of rain, and an extension in daylight hours.

Temperature

The arrival of August witnesses a small shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 25.7°C (78.3°F) in July to a tropical 30.1°C (86.2°F). Nighttime temperatures exhibit a substantial dip from daytime highs during August, averaging at a fresh 12.3°C (54.1°F).

Humidity

In Mpungu, the average relative humidity in August is 24%.

Rainfall

June through September are months without rainfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:40 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10h.

UV index

In Mpungu, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during August?
During August, Mpungu experiences an average high-temperature of 30.1°C (86.2°F) and a low-temperature of 12.3°C (54.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in May is computed to be 27°C (80.6°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
In August, the average relative humidity is 24%.
What is the driest month?
June through September are months without rainfall in Mpungu.
What is the average length of the day in August?
The average day length in August in Mpungu is 11h and 32min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:40 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Mpungu have in August?
The average sunshine duration in August is 10h.
How high is the UV index in August?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average visibility
Average temperature in August
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average high temperature in August: 30.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (36.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (25.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 12.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.7°C).

Average pressure in August
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average pressure in August: 1016.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average wind speed in August: 10.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average humidity in August: 24%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (19%).

Average rainfall in August
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average rainfall in August: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (74mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average sunshine days in August: 31 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are September, October 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
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average cloud cover in August: 1

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in August
Mpungu, Namibia
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (9km).

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