August weather forecast
Karatu, Tanzania

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Weather in August

The transition from July to August sees minimal alteration in the weather characteristics. Whilst rainfall remains sparse, the retreat of the clouds facilitates a rise in sunshine hours. The near-perfect visibility and the consistently mild temperatures highlight the peak of Karatu's dry season. This mix creates optimal conditions for uncovering Tanzania's natural wonders.

Temperature

The advent of August observes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 25.3°C (77.5°F), nearly identical to July's 23.8°C (74.8°F). Throughout the month of August, Karatu expects an average low of 14.2°C (57.6°F).

Humidity

In Karatu, the average relative humidity in August is 64%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 3.3 days and typically collects 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Karatu is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of August, in Karatu, Tanzania, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:38 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 9.5h.

UV index

January through March, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Karatu. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Karatu in August?

In August, in Karatu, the average high-temperature is 25.3°C (77.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 14.2°C (57.6°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Karatu?

The average relative humidity in August in Karatu is 64%.

What is the driest month in Karatu?

August is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Karatu in August?

In Karatu, Tanzania, in August, during 3.3 rainfall days, 2mm (0.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

In August, the average day length in Karatu is 12h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Karatu?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:38 EAT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Karatu?

The average sunshine duration in August in Karatu is 9.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Karatu?

January through March, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Karatu.

What is the UV index reading in August in Karatu?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Karatu is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Karatu, Tanzania

Average temperature in August - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average high temperature in August: 25.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (23.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 14.2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and November (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (13.3°C).

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Average pressure in August
Karatu, Tanzania

Average pressure in August - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average pressure in August: 1016.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Karatu, Tanzania

Average wind speed in August - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average wind speed in August: 10.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (6.5km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Karatu, Tanzania

Average humidity in August - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average humidity in August: 64%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (58%).

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Average rainfall in August
Karatu, Tanzania

Average rainfall in August - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall in August: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (124mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (2mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Karatu, Tanzania

Average rainfall days in August - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall days in August: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (24.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (3.3 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Karatu, Tanzania

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Karatu, Tanzania
  • 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: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Karatu, Tanzania

Average sunshine days in August - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average sunshine days in August: 24.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (24.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Karatu, Tanzania

Average UV index in August - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in August
Karatu, Tanzania

Average cloud cover in August - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in August
Karatu, Tanzania

Average visibility in August - Karatu, Tanzania
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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

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