August weather forecastVikindu, Tanzania

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is another warm month in Vikindu, Tanzania, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.1°C (82.6°F) and min 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Temperature

August notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.1°C (82.6°F), subtly differing from July's 27.6°C (81.7°F). Throughout the month of August, Vikindu witnesses an average low-temperature of 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Vikindu, in August, it is raining for 18.8 days, with typically 23mm (0.91") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 255.3 rainfall days, and 734mm (28.9") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:22 EAT.

Sunshine

In Vikindu, the average sunshine in August is 8.7h.

UV index

April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. 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. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Updated: Feb 5, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In August, in Vikindu, the average high-temperature is 28.1°C (82.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 21.5°C (70.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).

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

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

In Vikindu, Tanzania, in August, it is raining for 18.8 days, with typically 23mm (0.91") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in August in Vikindu, Tanzania, is 11h and 53min.

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.

In August, the average sunshine duration in Vikindu, Tanzania, is 8.7h.

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

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

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J August S O N D

Jul

August

Sep

Average high temperature

27.6°C

28.1°C

28.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

16.6km/h

15km/h

13.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

5.8

4.3

4.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Vikindu, 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
Vikindu, 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
Vikindu, 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
Vikindu, 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
Vikindu, 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
Vikindu, 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
Vikindu, 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
Vikindu, 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
Vikindu, 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
Vikindu, 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
Vikindu, 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).