August weather forecast
Omaruru, Namibia

August

Weather in August

In August, Omaruru begins to warm up slightly from the cool temperatures observed in July. The dry period continues with almost no rainfall reported for this month. Long hours of sunshine and fewer clouds dominate the sky, resulting in excellent visibility. The occurrence of windy days slightly decreases from the previous months. With the gradual increase in temperature, August sets the path for warmer months ahead.

Temperature

August's arrival coincides with a subtle temperature rise, moving from July's 23.7°C (74.7°F) to a still moderately hot 26.9°C (80.4°F). Omaruru receives a consistent average low-temperature of 11.8°C (53.2°F) in August, a substantial dip from the day's heat.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 23%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Omaruru, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 24min.
On the first day of August in Omaruru, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 18:46 CAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. 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. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?
In Omaruru, 26.9°C (80.4°F) is the average high-temperature and 11.8°C (53.2°F) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in April is estimated at 28°C (82.4°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
The average relative humidity in August is 23%.
What is the driest month?
June through August are months without rainfall.
Does it rain in August?
In Omaruru, in August, it doesn't rain. In September, it rains.
How many hours of daylight does Omaruru have in August?
In August, the average day length is 11h and 24min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 18:46 CAT.
What month has the most sunshine?
With an average of 10h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.
How long on average sun shines in August?
In Omaruru, Namibia, the average sunshine duration in August is 10h.
What is the UV index reading in August?
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August - Omaruru, Namibia
Average temperature in August
Omaruru, 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 - Omaruru, Namibia
Average pressure in August
Omaruru, 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 - Omaruru, Namibia
Average wind speed in August
Omaruru, 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 - Omaruru, Namibia
Average humidity in August
Omaruru, 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 - Omaruru, Namibia
Average rainfall in August
Omaruru, 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 - Omaruru, Namibia
Average rainfall days in August
Omaruru, 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 - Omaruru, Namibia
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Omaruru, Namibia
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 2min

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 month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August - Omaruru, Namibia
Average sunshine days in August
Omaruru, 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 - Omaruru, Namibia
Average UV index in August
Omaruru, 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 - Omaruru, Namibia
Average cloud cover in August
Omaruru, 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 - Omaruru, Namibia
Average visibility in August
Omaruru, 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).

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