August weather forecastEtam, Uganda

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Etam, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and an average low of 16.7°C (62.1°F).

Temperature

Etam's weather in August, with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.3°C (81.1°F), subtly shifts from July's 27.1°C (80.8°F). Etam observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 16.7°C (62.1°F) during the month of August.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). With prolonged exposure and constant activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Etam is 82%.

Rainfall

In Etam, Uganda, in August, it is raining for 23.7 days, with typically 94mm (3.7") of accumulated precipitation. In Etam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 219.8 days and collects up to 938mm (36.93") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Etam, Uganda, is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of August, in Etam, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:53 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Etam is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Etam is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in August, in Etam, is 27.3°C (81.1°F) and the average low-temperature is 16.7°C (62.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

The average relative humidity in August is 82%.

In August, in Etam, the rain falls for 23.7 days. Throughout August, 94mm (3.7") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in August in Etam, Uganda, is 12h and 10min.

On the first day of August in Etam, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:53 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in August in Etam is 8.7h.

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

  • Average high temperature in August: 27.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (34°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 16.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (16.6°C).

Average pressure in August
Etam, Uganda

  • Average pressure in August: 1013.1mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Etam, Uganda

  • Average wind speed in August: 4.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (4.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
Etam, Uganda

  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (41%).

Average rainfall in August
Etam, Uganda

  • Average rainfall in August: 94mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (144mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (15mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Etam, Uganda

  • Average rainfall days in August: 23.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (26.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Etam, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 42min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Etam, Uganda

  • Average sunshine days in August: 5.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (3.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Etam, Uganda

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January and February (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Etam, Uganda

  • Average cloud cover in August: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in August
Etam, Uganda

  • Average visibility in August: 8km

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