August weather forecast
Lukla, Nepal

The valley village of Lukla, Nepal, overlooking the beautiful Himalayas, viewed from Khumbu Valley
The valley village of Lukla, Nepal, overlooking the beautiful Himalayas, viewed from Khumbu Valley

August

Weather in August

August in Lukla holds true to its reputation as a peak summer month. Temperature fluctuations remain minimal, while humidity levels take a slight dive compared to July. The town begins the transition towards autumn, with the rainfall dropping to 260mm (10.24") from the year-high in July. While September will bring noticeably cooler temperatures and lowered humidity, August’s high precipitation and ambient warmth so commonly associated with summertime remain prevalent. Skies harbouring more clouds than previous months underline the steady journey towards the latter part of the year.

Temperature

Lukla notes an average high-temperature of a still chilly 8°C (46.4°F) in August, hardly diverging from July. Lukla experiences an average nighttime temperature of 4.1°C (39.4°F) in August, reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 91%.

Rainfall

In Lukla, during August, the rain falls for 31 days and regularly aggregates up to 260mm (10.24") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.5 rainfall days, and 1206mm (47.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

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, in Lukla, there are 164.6 snowfall days, and 3156mm (124.25") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lukla, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 6:47 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 6:20 pm +0545.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Lukla is 6.2h.

UV index

January through April, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in August translates into this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?
The high-temperature, in August, in Lukla, records 8°C (46.4°F), while the low-temperature is 4.1°C (39.4°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
In August, the average relative humidity is 91%.
How many days does it rain in August?
In Lukla, Nepal, in August, during 31 rainfall days, 260mm (10.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many days does it snow in August?
In Lukla, in August, during 9.6 snowfall days, 147mm (5.79") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in August in Lukla?
In August, the average day length is 13h and 7min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 5:21 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 long on average sun shines in August?
In Lukla, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.2h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through April, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index intensity in August?
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average low temperature
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Average temperature in August
Lukla, 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
Lukla, 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
Lukla, 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
Lukla, 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
Lukla, 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
Lukla, 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
Lukla, 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
Lukla, 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
Lukla, 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
Lukla, 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
Lukla, 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
Lukla, 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
Lukla, 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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