August weather forecastKalamai, Uganda

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Kalamai, Uganda, with an average temperature varying between 27.6°C (81.7°F) and 17.3°C (63.1°F).

Temperature

On the advent of August, Kalamai's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still moderately hot 27.6°C (81.7°F) from July's 26.9°C (80.4°F). Kalamai's average low-temperature for the month of August records at an enjoyable 17.3°C (63.1°F).

Heat index

August's average heat index is appraised at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). If one continues to be active during enduring exposure, it could result in fatigue and heat cramps.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In Kalamai, in August, it is raining for 29.5 days, with typically 183mm (7.2") of accumulated precipitation. In Kalamai, Uganda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 267.3 days and collects up to 1415mm (55.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:51 EAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

In Kalamai, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

In Kalamai, 27.6°C (81.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 17.3°C (63.1°F) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).

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

In Kalamai, Uganda, during August, the rain falls for 29.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 183mm (7.2") of precipitation.

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

On the first day of August in Kalamai, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:51 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in August in Kalamai, Uganda, is 8.7h.

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

  • Average high temperature in August: 27.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (34.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (26.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 17.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (19.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (16.6°C).

Average pressure in August
Kalamai, Uganda

  • Average pressure in August: 1013.2mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Kalamai, Uganda

  • Average wind speed in August: 4.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.6km/h).

Average humidity in August
Kalamai, Uganda

  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (44%).

Average rainfall in August
Kalamai, Uganda

  • Average rainfall in August: 183mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (192mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (19mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Kalamai, Uganda

  • Average rainfall days in August: 29.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kalamai, 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 month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Kalamai, Uganda

  • Average sunshine days in August: 0.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and September (0.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Kalamai, Uganda

  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January and February (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and September (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Kalamai, Uganda

  • Average cloud cover in August: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in August
Kalamai, Uganda

  • Average visibility in August: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and September (8km).