August weather forecastMorogoro, Tanzania

August

Weather in August

As the dry season continues in August, the weather in Morogoro, Tanzania experiences a slight increase in temperatures from its July lows. With scarce rainfall and reduced humidity, the city enjoys both warm and dry conditions, perfect for outdoor activities. Coming September brings minor changes in the weather. One of the month's remarkable features is that August sees a rise in daily temperature to reach a 17.7°C (63.9°F) average daily low.

Temperature

Morogoro notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.6°C (81.7°F) in August, hardly diverging from July. Morogoro's August nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 17.7°C (63.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index for August is appraised at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. 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 quite important for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 67%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 15.2 days and accumulates 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:28 EAT.

Sunshine

August and September, with an average of 8.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

In August, in Morogoro, the average high-temperature is 27.6°C (81.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 17.7°C (63.9°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

In Morogoro, the average relative humidity in August is 67%.

The month with the least rainfall in Morogoro is August, when the rain falls for 15.2 days and typically collects 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

In Morogoro, Tanzania, during August, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

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

On the first day of August in Morogoro, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:28 EAT.

August and September, with an average of 8.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Morogoro.

The average sunshine duration in August is 8.9h.

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

In Morogoro, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Morogoro, Tanzania

  • Average high temperature in August: 27.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (30°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (26.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 17.7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and March (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (16.5°C).

Average pressure in August
Morogoro, Tanzania

  • Average pressure in August: 1017.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1017.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Morogoro, Tanzania

  • Average wind speed in August: 6.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (7.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (5.3km/h).

Average humidity in August
Morogoro, Tanzania

  • Average humidity in August: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (66%).

Average rainfall in August
Morogoro, Tanzania

  • Average rainfall in August: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (256mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (12mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Morogoro, Tanzania

  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (13.6 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Morogoro, 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 54min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Morogoro, Tanzania

  • Average sunshine days in August: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (12.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (0.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Morogoro, Tanzania

  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Morogoro, Tanzania

  • Average cloud cover in August: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in August
Morogoro, Tanzania

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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