August weather forecastKigamboni, Tanzania

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Kigamboni, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 28.1°C (82.6°F) and 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Temperature

Kigamboni, Tanzania, in August witnesses an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.1°C (82.6°F), indicating a slight variation from July's 27.6°C (81.7°F). Kigamboni records an average low-temperature of 21.5°C (70.7°F) throughout the month of August.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Kigamboni are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Kigamboni, Tanzania, in August, during 18.8 rainfall days, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kigamboni, there are 255.3 rainfall days, and 734mm (28.9") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of August, in Kigamboni, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:22 EAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Kigamboni. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Frequently asked questions

In Kigamboni, 28.1°C (82.6°F) is the average high-temperature and 21.5°C (70.7°F) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 32°C (89.6°F).

July through September, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the least humid months.

In Kigamboni, Tanzania, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

In Kigamboni, during August, the rain falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of precipitation.

In August, the average day length in Kigamboni, Tanzania, is 11h and 54min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:22 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in August in Kigamboni is 8.7h.

The months with the lowest UV index are April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Kigamboni is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Kigamboni, Tanzania

  • Average high temperature in August: 28.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (30.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 21.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (21.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Kigamboni, Tanzania

  • Average pressure in August: 1016.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Kigamboni, Tanzania

  • Average wind speed in August: 13.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (15.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.5km/h).

Average humidity in August
Kigamboni, Tanzania

  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Kigamboni, Tanzania

  • Average rainfall in August: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (154mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (21mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Kigamboni, Tanzania

  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (26.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (17.5 days).

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

  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Kigamboni, Tanzania

  • Average sunshine days in August: 4.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (7.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (2.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Kigamboni, Tanzania

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Kigamboni, Tanzania

  • Average cloud cover in August: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in August
Kigamboni, Tanzania

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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