August weather forecastMasahunga, Tanzania

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is another warm month in Masahunga, Tanzania, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.4°C (66.9°F) and an average high of 27.4°C (81.3°F).

Temperature

Masahunga registers the highest average temperatures during the month of August, with peaks of 27.4°C (81.3°F) and lows of 19.4°C (66.9°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is calculated to be 28°C (82.4°F). Extended exposure and activity might lead to tiredness, potentially resulting in heat cramps.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful 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

In Masahunga, the average relative humidity in August is 58%.

Rainfall

In Masahunga, Tanzania, in August, during 11.1 rainfall days, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Masahunga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 234.8 days and collects up to 1183mm (46.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Masahunga, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of August in Masahunga, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:49 EAT.

Sunshine

In Masahunga, Tanzania, the average sunshine in August is 9.7h.

UV index

January, February, May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

Frequently asked questions

August brings the highest temperatures in Masahunga, Tanzania, with an average high of 27.4°C (81.3°F) and an average low of 19.4°C (66.9°F).

The average high-temperature, in August, in Masahunga, is 27.4°C (81.3°F), while the average low-temperature is 19.4°C (66.9°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 28°C (82.4°F).

In Masahunga, the average relative humidity in August is 58%.

In Masahunga, Tanzania, during August, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation.

In Masahunga, the average day length in August is 12h and 3min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, in Masahunga, Tanzania, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:49 EAT.

In Masahunga, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.7h.

January, February, May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Masahunga is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Masahunga, Tanzania

  • Average high temperature in August: 27.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 19.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (19.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (18.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Masahunga, Tanzania

  • Average pressure in August: 1012.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.6mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Masahunga, Tanzania

  • Average wind speed in August: 9.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (10.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in August
Masahunga, Tanzania

  • Average humidity in August: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (57%).

Average rainfall in August
Masahunga, Tanzania

  • Average rainfall in August: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (221mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (11mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Masahunga, Tanzania

  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (28 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.7 days).

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

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 0min

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 42min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Masahunga, Tanzania

  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Masahunga, Tanzania

  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Masahunga, Tanzania

  • Average cloud cover in August: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in August
Masahunga, Tanzania

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April and November (9km).