August weather forecast
Nyagatare, Rwanda

August

Weather in August

August in Nyagatare continues the trend from July, extending the dry season. Visibility improves to 10km (6.2mi) in August, resulting in clearer skies and picturesque landscapes. Despite the slight increase in rainfall to 104mm (4.09"), the weather remains generally dry, calm, and stable. The sunny days and crisp evenings during August make it a favorable time for outdoor pursuits. The pleasant weather conditions during this month allow for a smooth transition into the short wet season.

Temperature

As Nyagatare welcomes August, the average high-temperature is noted at a still pleasant 22.4°C (72.3°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. The month of August records an average low-temperature of 14.1°C (57.4°F).

Humidity

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 67%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Nyagatare, in August, it is raining for 20.8 days, with typically 104mm (4.09") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 313.2 rainfall days, and 2163mm (85.16") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of August in Nyagatare, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:01 CAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, May through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?
August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F) and a low-temperature of 14.1°C (57.4°F).
What are the least humid months?
The months with the lowest humidity are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 67%.
What is the average humidity in August?
In Nyagatare, Rwanda, the average relative humidity in August is 67%.
How many days does it rain in August?
In Nyagatare, Rwanda, in August, it is raining for 20.8 days, with typically 104mm (4.09") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in August?
In August, the average day length is 12h and 4min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:01 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in August?
In Nyagatare, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.1h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
January through March, May through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.
How high is the UV index in August?
In Nyagatare, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in August
Nyagatare, Rwanda
  • Average high temperature in August: 22.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (23.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (19.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 14.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (11.9°C).

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Nyagatare, Rwanda
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.8km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (7.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.9km/h).

Average humidity in August
Nyagatare, Rwanda
  • Average humidity in August: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (67%).

Average rainfall in August
Nyagatare, Rwanda
  • Average rainfall in August: 104mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (293mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (45mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Nyagatare, Rwanda
  • Average rainfall days in August: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (15.3 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Nyagatare, 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: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Nyagatare, Rwanda
  • Average sunshine days in August: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (13.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and November (0 days).

Average UV index in August
Nyagatare, Rwanda
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are April and October (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in August
Nyagatare, Rwanda
  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 27).

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

The months with the highest visibility are July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April and May (7km).

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