August weather forecast
Rundu, Namibia

August

Weather in August

The weather conditions persist through August, with Rundu remaining dry and moderately hot. However, there is a slight increase in average temperatures from July to August. August brings more sunshine, longer daylight hours, and stable atmospheric pressure. While rainfall still does not make an appearance, the wind speed shows a minute drop from July. Mirroring the weather patterns of the preceding months, August maintains the arid climate, playing host to a steady inflow of tourists.

Temperature

The shift into August is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from a warm 25.7°C (78.3°F) in July to a hot 30.1°C (86.2°F). A pronounced dip becomes evident during the nights in August as Rundu logs a consistent average temperature of 12.3°C (54.1°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 24%.

Rainfall

June through September are months without rainfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Rundu is 11h and 32min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:33 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10h.

UV index

In Rundu, 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 radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?
In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 30.1°C (86.2°F) and 12.3°C (54.1°F) respectively. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 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.
How many hours of daylight does Rundu have in August?
In Rundu, the average day length in August is 11h and 32min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, in Rundu, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:33 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in August?
In August, the average sunshine duration is 10h.
What is the UV index intensity in August?
In Rundu, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in August - Rundu, Namibia
Average temperature in August
Rundu, 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 - Rundu, Namibia
Average pressure in August
Rundu, 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 - Rundu, Namibia
Average wind speed in August
Rundu, 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 - Rundu, Namibia
Average humidity in August
Rundu, 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 - Rundu, Namibia
Average rainfall in August
Rundu, 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 - Rundu, Namibia
Average rainfall days in August
Rundu, 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 - Rundu, Namibia
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Rundu, 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 - Rundu, Namibia
Average sunshine days in August
Rundu, 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 - Rundu, Namibia
Average UV index in August
Rundu, 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 - Rundu, Namibia
Average cloud cover in August
Rundu, 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 - Rundu, Namibia
Average visibility in August
Rundu, 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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