August weather forecastBuyende, Uganda

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Buyende, Uganda, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.8°C (82°F) and an average low of 16.4°C (61.5°F).

Temperature

The advent of August brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.8°C (82°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Buyende records an average low of 16.4°C (61.5°F) throughout the nights in August.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is computed to be a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). If one continues to be active during exposure, it might cause tiredness and subsequent heat cramps.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are extremely vital to 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

In Buyende, Uganda, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In August, in Buyende, the rain falls for 24 days. Throughout August, 76mm (2.99") of precipitation is accumulated. In Buyende, during the entire year, the rain falls for 248.5 days and collects up to 801mm (31.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Buyende, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of August in Buyende, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:51 EAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Buyende, Uganda, is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in August, in Buyende, records 27.8°C (82°F), while the low-temperature is 16.4°C (61.5°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).

In Buyende, Uganda, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

In Buyende, Uganda, in August, it is raining for 24 days, with typically 76mm (2.99") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in August in Buyende is 12h and 9min.

On the first day of August in Buyende, Uganda, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:51 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in August in Buyende, Uganda, is 8.6h.

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Buyende.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Buyende, Uganda, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Buyende, Uganda

  • Average high temperature in August: 27.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (33.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (27.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 16.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (18.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (15.6°C).

Average pressure in August
Buyende, Uganda

  • Average pressure in August: 1013.1mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Buyende, Uganda

  • Average wind speed in August: 4.2km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (5.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4km/h).

Average humidity in August
Buyende, Uganda

  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (60%).

Average rainfall in August
Buyende, Uganda

  • Average rainfall in August: 76mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (110mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (23mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Buyende, Uganda

  • Average rainfall days in August: 24 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (27.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.9 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Buyende, Uganda

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 36min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Buyende, Uganda

  • Average sunshine days in August: 4.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (2 days).

Average UV index in August
Buyende, Uganda

  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Buyende, Uganda

  • Average cloud cover in August: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in August
Buyende, Uganda

  • Average visibility in August: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is February (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, October and November (7km).