August weather forecast
Khumjung, Nepal

August

Weather in August

August continues the monsoon legacy from July, but with slightly lower temperatures and rainfall. With the decrease in rainfall to 260mm (10.24"), the receding rains give a sign of the approaching autumn. Mornings are usually calm and peaceful, followed by short bouts of rain in the evenings. The wind speed also takes a dip, adding to the quiet ambiance of monsoon days. Despite the season, the town of Khumjung becomes a site of beautiful scenery and pleasant weather.

Temperature

Khumjung measures an average high-temperature of a still chilly 8°C (46.4°F) in August, nearly consistent with the preceding month. The temperature during August sees a subtle transition from day to night, averaging a low of 4.1°C (39.4°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 91%.

Rainfall

In Khumjung, in August, during 31 rainfall days, 260mm (10.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Khumjung, Nepal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.4 days and collects up to 1198mm (47.17") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In August, it is snowing for 9.6 days. Throughout August, 147mm (5.79") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.1 snowfall days, and 3078mm (121.18") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of August, in Khumjung, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 6:20 pm +0545.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in August interprets into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 8°C (46.4°F) and 4.1°C (39.4°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in August?
In August, the average relative humidity is 91%.
How many days does it rain in August?
In Khumjung, in August, it is raining for 31 days, with typically 260mm (10.24") of accumulated precipitation.
How many days does it snow in August?
In August, it is snowing for 9.6 days. Throughout August, 147mm (5.79") of snow is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in August?
In Khumjung, the average day length in August is 13h and 7min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 6:20 pm +0545.
How many hours of sunshine does Khumjung have in August?
In Khumjung, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.2h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
January through April, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the highest UV index.
How high is the UV index in August?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from 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
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in August - Khumjung, Nepal
Average temperature in August
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average high temperature in August: 8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (8.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 4.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-14.7°C).

Average pressure in August - Khumjung, Nepal
Average pressure in August
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average pressure in August: 1008.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Khumjung, Nepal
Average wind speed in August
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6km/h).

Average humidity in August - Khumjung, Nepal
Average humidity in August
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average humidity in August: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (41%).

Average rainfall in August - Khumjung, Nepal
Average rainfall in August
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average rainfall in August: 260mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (312mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (8mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Khumjung, Nepal
Average rainfall days in August
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average rainfall days in August: 31 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (31 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in August - Khumjung, Nepal
Average snowfall in August
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average snowfall in August: 147mm

The month with the highest snowfall is May (614mm).
The month with the least snowfall is November (51mm).

Average snowfall days in August - Khumjung, Nepal
Average snowfall days in August
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average snowfall days in August: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is May (24.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is December (3.7 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Khumjung, Nepal
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August - Khumjung, Nepal
Average sunshine days in August
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average sunshine days in August: 0 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (0 days).

Average UV index in August - Khumjung, Nepal
Average UV index in August
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average UV index in August: 2

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).
The month with the lowest UV index is May (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in August - Khumjung, Nepal
Average cloud cover in August
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average cloud cover in August: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in August - Khumjung, Nepal
Average visibility in August
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average visibility in August: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (7km).

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