August weather forecastOshakati, Namibia
August
Weather in August
Bidding goodbye to the coldest month, Oshakati, Namibia welcomes August, which begins a subtle shift towards warmer temperatures as it continues to register no rainfall. The vicinity witnesses temperatures slowly creeping up from the lowest value of 11.3°C (52.3°F) recorded in July, indicating a rise in overall temperatures. Aligned with the warming trend, this month acts as a precursor to the significantly hotter and drier climate expected in September. The stark contrast to July's relatively cold temperatures becomes apparent as August progresses. The area remains drenched in sunlight, perpetuating the brilliance of the city's natural and urban landscapes.Temperature
The beginning of August signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 26.8°C (80.2°F) in July to a tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F). The nighttime temperature shows a significant divergence from the daytime highs, averaging at a mild 13.8°C (56.8°F) in August.Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 21%.Rainfall
In Oshakati, Namibia, rain does not fall in May through August.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 11h and 32min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 18:50 CAT.
Sunshine
August and September, with an average of 10h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Oshakati, Namibia
- Average high temperature in August: 30.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (26.7°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 13.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is November (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.3°C).
Average pressure in August
Oshakati, Namibia
- Average pressure in August: 1015.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.5mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Oshakati, Namibia
- Average wind speed in August: 11.9km/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 (9.4km/h).
Average humidity in August
Oshakati, Namibia
- Average humidity in August: 21%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (18%).
Average rainfall in August
Oshakati, Namibia
- Average rainfall in August: 0mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (83mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, June, July and August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Oshakati, Namibia
- Average rainfall days in August: 0.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Oshakati, Namibia
- Average daylight in August: 11h and 30min
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 months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Oshakati, 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 March (10 days).
Average UV index in August
Oshakati, Namibia
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Oshakati, Namibia
- Average cloud cover in August: 1
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).
Average visibility in August
Oshakati, 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).
