August weather forecast
Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

Tanzania's Serengeti National Park endures the dry spell into August. Despite consistent rainfall in double-digit millimeters, it is relatively low compared to the peak water season. The drop in precipitation from July is slight, with a recorded 19mm (0.75") during August. The weather elements sustain a balanced atmosphere with steady hours of daylight and a strong UV index. Interestingly, August's conditions prove conducive for the park's migration events, attracting countless visitors.

Temperature

August's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26°C (78.8°F), slightly deviating from July's 25°C (77°F). Serengeti National Park logs a notable disparity from the daily highs during August, as the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 14°C (57.2°F).

Rainfall

In August, in Serengeti National Park, Tanzania, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout August, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 142 rainfall days, and 840mm (33.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Serengeti National Park is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of August, in Serengeti National Park, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:42 EAT.

Sunshine

January through March, June through December, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Serengeti National Park.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During August, 12 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take every vital safeguard, as unprotected skin and eyes may suffer burns rapidly. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.