August weather forecastGikongoro, Rwanda
August
Weather in August
August continues the dry trend from July, albeit with a slight increase in rainfall. It is characterized by the lowest level of relative humidity, at 58%, making the city's weather less humid. There are also minor differences in the wind speed and pressure levels compared to the previous month. However, the difference in temperature between July and August is hardly noticeable. While the cloud cover increases marginally, this variation is insufficient to significantly influence the number of sunshine hours or impact outdoor activities.Temperature
Gikongoro's temperature records reveal August as the warmest month, marked by average highs of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and lows of 14.8°C (58.6°F).Humidity
August is the least humid month in Gikongoro, with an average relative humidity of 58%.Rainfall
In Gikongoro, in August, during 12.2 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gikongoro, Rwanda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 272.8 days and collects up to 1185mm (46.65") of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 2min.On the first day of August in Gikongoro, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:03 CAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 9.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. The months with the lowest UV index in Gikongoro are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 5 in August translates into these instructions:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Gikongoro, Rwanda
- Average high temperature in August: 24.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (21.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 14.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (15.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (12.8°C).
Average pressure in August
Gikongoro, Rwanda
- Average pressure in August: 1014.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.7mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Gikongoro, Rwanda
- Average wind speed in August: 7.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (7.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.4km/h).
Average humidity in August
Gikongoro, Rwanda
- Average humidity in August: 58%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (58%).
Average rainfall in August
Gikongoro, Rwanda
- Average rainfall in August: 25mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (158mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (17mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Gikongoro, Rwanda
- Average rainfall days in August: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (28.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (10.5 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gikongoro, Rwanda
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gikongoro, Rwanda
- Average sunshine days in August: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (1.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Gikongoro, Rwanda
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Gikongoro, Rwanda
- Average cloud cover in August: 23
The months with the most cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in August
Gikongoro, Rwanda
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April and May (7km).
