August weather forecast
Stone Town, Tanzania

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Weather in August

In Stone Town, August is highly anticipated, not for a dramatic change in weather from July, but for its consistently pleasant conditions. August maintains nearly identical rainfall and wind speeds as July, maintaining the dry season's charm. The temperatures hover steadily, similar to the previous and next months, fostering comfortable conditions. More importantly, inhabitants continue to enjoy the dry spell that interrupts the general tropical weather pattern. The UV index remains stable, making the overall climate still suitable for various outdoor activities.

Temperature

August tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 26.8°C (80.2°F) and a low of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Humidity

In Stone Town, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Stone Town, in August, it is raining for 20.3 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 255.1 rainfall days, and 1172mm (46.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Stone Town, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:23 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in August translates into this advice:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?

Stone Town's coldest temperatures are experienced in August, with average high temperatures of 26.8°C (80.2°F) and lows of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

What are August temperatures?

The high-temperature, in August, in Stone Town, records 26.8°C (80.2°F), while the low-temperature is 23.5°C (74.3°F). In June, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Stone Town?

In August, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Stone Town, in August, during 20.3 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Stone Town have in August?

In Stone Town, the average day length in August is 11h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:23 EAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Stone Town have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Stone Town, Tanzania

Average temperature in August - Stone Town, Tanzania
  • Average high temperature in August: 26.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (29.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (26.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 23.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (27.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.5°C).

Average pressure in August
Stone Town, Tanzania

Average pressure in August - Stone Town, 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 (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Stone Town, Tanzania

Average wind speed in August - Stone Town, Tanzania
  • Average wind speed in August: 17.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (20.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (11.8km/h).

Average humidity in August
Stone Town, Tanzania

Average humidity in August - Stone Town, Tanzania
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, April, May and November (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Stone Town, Tanzania

Average rainfall in August - Stone Town, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall in August: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (296mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (31mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Stone Town, Tanzania

Average rainfall days in August - Stone Town, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall days in August: 20.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (27.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.2 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Stone Town, Tanzania

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Stone Town, Tanzania
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 5min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Stone Town, Tanzania

Average sunshine days in August - Stone Town, Tanzania
  • Average sunshine days in August: 4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (7.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Stone Town, Tanzania

Average UV index in August - Stone Town, Tanzania
  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Stone Town, Tanzania

Average cloud cover in August - Stone Town, Tanzania
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in August
Stone Town, Tanzania

Average visibility in August - Stone Town, Tanzania
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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

Stone Town, Tanzania

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