August weather forecast
Kagitumba, Rwanda

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Weather in August

August in Kagitumba marks a shift back towards a wetter climate, with the rainfall levels escalating to 119mm (4.69"). The month on an average stays warm, with temperatures managing to keep their high even despite the increased rainfall. With the return of the wet climate, the humidity index also elevates, meaning there might be a slight increase in the perception of heat. The city continues to enjoy generous sunlight and daylight duration even with the reintroduction of the rainy weather. Thus, despite the increased prevalence of showers, the days continue to stay bright and warm.

Temperature

Transitioning from July to August, Kagitumba observes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.9°C (78.6°F), differing subtly from the previous month. Kagitumba encounters a steady low-temperature average of 17.5°C (63.5°F) throughout the month of August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Kagitumba is 63%.

Rainfall

In Kagitumba, in August, during 20.8 rainfall days, 119mm (4.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kagitumba, there are 281.7 rainfall days, and 1679mm (66.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of August in Kagitumba, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:01 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.2h.

UV index

March through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Kagitumba. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During August, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Kagitumba?

The high-temperature, in August, in Kagitumba, records 25.9°C (78.6°F), while the low-temperature is 17.5°C (63.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in February is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Kagitumba?

The average relative humidity in August in Kagitumba, Rwanda, is 63%.

How much does it rain in Kagitumba in August?

In August, in Kagitumba, the rain falls for 20.8 days. Throughout August, 119mm (4.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in August in Kagitumba?

In August, the average day length in Kagitumba is 12h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Kagitumba?

On the first day of August in Kagitumba, Rwanda, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:01 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Kagitumba?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Kagitumba?

March through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August in Kagitumba?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Kagitumba, Rwanda

Average temperature in August - Kagitumba, Rwanda
  • Average high temperature in August: 25.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (23.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 17.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (14.4°C).

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Average pressure in August
Kagitumba, Rwanda

Average pressure in August - Kagitumba, Rwanda
  • Average pressure in August: 1013.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Kagitumba, Rwanda

Average wind speed in August - Kagitumba, Rwanda
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.4km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Kagitumba, Rwanda

Average humidity in August - Kagitumba, Rwanda
  • Average humidity in August: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (62%).

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Average rainfall in August
Kagitumba, Rwanda

Average rainfall in August - Kagitumba, Rwanda
  • Average rainfall in August: 119mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (240mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (49mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Kagitumba, Rwanda

Average rainfall days in August - Kagitumba, Rwanda
  • Average rainfall days in August: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (29.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (14.7 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kagitumba, Rwanda

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Kagitumba, Rwanda
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Kagitumba, Rwanda

Average sunshine days in August - Kagitumba, Rwanda
  • Average sunshine days in August: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Kagitumba, Rwanda

Average UV index in August - Kagitumba, Rwanda
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in August
Kagitumba, Rwanda

Average cloud cover in August - Kagitumba, Rwanda
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in August
Kagitumba, Rwanda

Average visibility in August - Kagitumba, Rwanda
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May and November (8km).

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