August weather forecastOkakarara, Namibia

August

Weather in August

The weather in August mirrors that of July, as winter retains its grip over Okakarara. There’s a hint of spring on the horizon, promising future warmth but maintaining the chilly aura of July. August also stays dry, with no significant rainfall, keeping the landscapes arid with a touch of Winter's remnants. A slight increase in humidity suggests the approaching shift towards the wetter season. The transition into August offers a unique natural sight of the town shaking off the cold and preparing for the impending wet season.

Temperature

The arrival of August brings a soft temperature shift, with the average high-temperature nudging from a pleasant 22.6°C (72.7°F) in July to a warm 27.1°C (80.8°F). Okakarara, in August, experiences a marked contrast from daytime zeniths to a steady average low-temperature of 9.7°C (49.5°F).

Humidity

In Okakarara, Namibia, the average relative humidity in August is 26%.

Rainfall

June through August are months without rainfall.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:41 CAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in August translates into this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

During August, Okakarara experiences an average high-temperature of 27.1°C (80.8°F) and a low-temperature of 9.7°C (49.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in March is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F).

In Okakarara, the average relative humidity in August is 26%.

In Okakarara, rain does not fall in June through August.

In Okakarara, in August, it doesn't rain. In September, it rains.

The average day length in August is 11h and 26min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:41 CAT.

The month with the most sunshine in Okakarara is August, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10h.

The months with the lowest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Okakarara, Namibia

  • Average high temperature in August: 27.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 9.7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are November and December (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.8°C).

Average pressure in August
Okakarara, Namibia

  • Average pressure in August: 1017.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Okakarara, Namibia

  • Average wind speed in August: 9.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8.5km/h).

Average humidity in August
Okakarara, Namibia

  • Average humidity in August: 26%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (20%).

Average rainfall in August
Okakarara, Namibia

  • Average rainfall in August: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (129mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Okakarara, Namibia

  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (22.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Okakarara, Namibia

  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
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 months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Okakarara, Namibia

  • Average sunshine days in August: 30.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (6.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Okakarara, Namibia

  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Okakarara, Namibia

  • Average cloud cover in August: 1

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in August
Okakarara, Namibia

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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