August weather forecast
Masaka, Rwanda

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is another warm month in Masaka, Rwanda, with an average temperature varying between 26.8°C (80.2°F) and 16.5°C (61.7°F).

Temperature

Temperature records mark August as the warmest month, with highs averaging 26.8°C (80.2°F) and lows at 16.5°C (61.7°F).

Humidity

The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 54%.

Rainfall

In Masaka, in August, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation. In Masaka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 279 days and collects up to 1291mm (50.83") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:01 CAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year?
Masaka records the warmest temperatures in August, averaging a high of 26.8°C (80.2°F) and a low of 16.5°C (61.7°F).
What is the temperature in August?
Masaka in August has an average high-temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F) and an average low-temperature of 16.5°C (61.7°F).
What is the least humid month?
August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 54%.
What is the average humidity in August?
In Masaka, the average relative humidity in August is 54%.
How many days does it rain in August?
In August, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout August, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in August?
The average day length in August is 12h and 3min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:01 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Masaka have in August?
The average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.
When is the highest UV index?
January, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in August?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Masaka is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Masaka, Rwanda
  • Average high temperature in August: 26.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (26.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (22.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 16.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (16.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (13.8°C).

Average pressure in August
Masaka, Rwanda
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.6mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Masaka, Rwanda
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.8km/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 November (4.6km/h).

Average humidity in August
Masaka, Rwanda
  • Average humidity in August: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (54%).

Average rainfall in August
Masaka, Rwanda
  • Average rainfall in August: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (186mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (13mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Masaka, Rwanda
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are April and November (29.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (7.8 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Masaka, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Masaka, Rwanda
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Masaka, Rwanda
  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Masaka, Rwanda
  • Average cloud cover in August: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in August
Masaka, Rwanda
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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

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