August weather forecast
Quetta, Pakistan

While no notable dip in temperatures takes place, August gives signs of an approaching cooler period. Winds carrying the aroma of change blow across Quetta, marking the transition from summer to the early onset of fall. City dwellers look forward to fewer hours of sunshine and a gradual shift towards milder climes. Mildly increased rainfall promises a respite from the summer heat. August in Quetta, thus, ushers in a season of change, blending the warmth of summer with the freshness of impending autumn.

Temperature

Quetta's shift from July to August is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a tropical 34.8°C (94.6°F), a slight deviation from 35.9°C (96.6°F). A dramatic downturn marks the August nights, with lows averaging at an enjoyable 17.9°C (64.2°F).

Rainfall

In Quetta, in August, it is raining for 2 days, with typically 12mm (0.47") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 34 rainfall days, and 261mm (10.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 7:25 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 6:55 pm PKT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Quetta. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 12 during August morphs into the following directions:
Execute all crucial precautions. Warding off sun exposure is non-negotiable. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. After a swim or outdoor exercise, one should liberally reapply broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sun protection factor of 30 or higher.