August weather forecastKigoma, Uganda
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Kigoma, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17°C (62.6°F) and 26.8°C (80.2°F).Temperature
During May, June and August, Kigoma registers its lowest temperatures, averaging a high of 26.8°C (80.2°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 81%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 29.3 days. Throughout August, 161mm (6.34") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kigoma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 283.3 days and collects up to 1407mm (55.39") of precipitation.Daylight
In Kigoma, Uganda, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 9min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 19:06. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:59 EAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 8.7h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Kigoma is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Kigoma, Uganda
- Average high temperature in August: 26.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (33°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are May, June and August (26.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 17°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (16.5°C).
Average pressure in August
Kigoma, 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 (1009.4mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Kigoma, Uganda
- Average wind speed in August: 4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (5.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (3.8km/h).
Average humidity in August
Kigoma, Uganda
- Average humidity in August: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (49%).
Average rainfall in August
Kigoma, Uganda
- Average rainfall in August: 161mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (240mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (13mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Kigoma, Uganda
- Average rainfall days in August: 29.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.9 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kigoma, 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 42min
The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and October (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Kigoma, Uganda
- Average sunshine days in August: 1.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are September and October (0.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Kigoma, 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 July, September and October (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Kigoma, Uganda
- Average cloud cover in August: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in August
Kigoma, 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, August, September, October and November (8km).
