August weather forecast
Otjitanda, Namibia

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is a tropical month in Otjitanda, Namibia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 13.8°C (56.8°F) and an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

In Otjitanda, stepping into August brings a gentle temperature nudge, moving slightly up from July's moderately hot 26.8°C (80.2°F) to a hot 30.8°C (87.4°F). Throughout August, Otjitanda registers a distinct decrease from daytime highs, reaching an average low of 13.8°C (56.8°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 21%.

Rainfall

May through August are months without rainfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 19:01 CAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are August and September, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

In Otjitanda, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?
The average high-temperature, in August, in Otjitanda, is 30.8°C (87.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 13.8°C (56.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in April is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
In August, the average relative humidity is 21%.
What is the driest month in Otjitanda?
May through August are months without rainfall.
Does it rain in August?
In Otjitanda, in August, it doesn't rain. In September, it rains.
What is the average length of the day in August?
In Otjitanda, the average day length in August is 11h and 32min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 19:01 CAT.
What is the month with the most sunshine?
August and September, with an average of 10h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Otjitanda have in August?
The average sunshine duration in August is 10h.
What is the UV index reading 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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
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Average visibility
Average temperature in August - Otjitanda, Namibia
Average temperature in August
Otjitanda, 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 - Otjitanda, Namibia
Average pressure in August
Otjitanda, 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 - Otjitanda, Namibia
Average wind speed in August
Otjitanda, 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 - Otjitanda, Namibia
Average humidity in August
Otjitanda, 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 - Otjitanda, Namibia
Average rainfall in August
Otjitanda, 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 - Otjitanda, Namibia
Average rainfall days in August
Otjitanda, 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 - Otjitanda, Namibia
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Otjitanda, 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 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 - Otjitanda, Namibia
Average sunshine days in August
Otjitanda, 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 - Otjitanda, Namibia
Average UV index in August
Otjitanda, 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 - Otjitanda, Namibia
Average cloud cover in August
Otjitanda, 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 - Otjitanda, Namibia
Average visibility in August
Otjitanda, 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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