August weather forecast
Lukla, Nepal

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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

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

The transition from July to August brings an average high-temperature of a still chilly 8°C (46.4°F), barely different from July's 8.3°C (46.9°F). Lukla's nights throughout August are marked by an average low temperature of 4.1°C (39.4°F), a minor drop from the day's high.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Lukla is 91%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lukla, Nepal, are January through December. In Lukla, in August, during 9.6 snowfall days, 147mm (5.79") of snow is typically accumulated. In Lukla, during the entire year, snow falls for 164.6 days and aggregates up to 3156mm (124.25") of snow.

Daylight

In Lukla, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 7min.
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.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in August interprets into the following advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Lukla in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Lukla, is 8°C (46.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 4.1°C (39.4°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Lukla?

In Lukla, the average relative humidity in August is 91%.

How many days does it rain in August in Lukla?

In Lukla, in August, it is raining for 31 days, with typically 260mm (10.24") of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lukla in August?

In Lukla, Nepal, during August, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 147mm (5.79") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Lukla have in August?

In August, the average day length in Lukla is 13h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Lukla?

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?

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

What is the month with the highest UV index in Lukla?

The months with the highest UV index in Lukla are January through April, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in August in Lukla?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Lukla is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Lukla, Nepal

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).

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Average pressure in August
Lukla, Nepal

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).

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Average wind speed in August
Lukla, Nepal

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).

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Average humidity in August
Lukla, Nepal

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%).

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Average rainfall in August
Lukla, Nepal

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).

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Average rainfall days in August
Lukla, Nepal

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).

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Average snowfall in August
Lukla, Nepal

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).

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Average snowfall days in August
Lukla, Nepal

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).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Lukla, Nepal

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).

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Average sunshine days in August
Lukla, Nepal

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).

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Average UV index in August
Lukla, Nepal

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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Lukla, Nepal

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).

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Average visibility in August
Lukla, Nepal

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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