August weather forecastNsomba, Uganda

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Nsomba, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.4°C (61.5°F) and 27.8°C (82°F).

Temperature

As Nsomba transitions from July to August, the average high-temperatures adjust to a still moderately hot 27.8°C (82°F), nearly the same as the previous 27.5°C (81.5°F). Nsomba in August anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 16.4°C (61.5°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is computed to be a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). If activity and exposure persist, they could induce fatigue, leading to possible heat cramps.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:51 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Nsomba is 8.6h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Nsomba. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Frequently asked questions

In Nsomba, 27.8°C (82°F) is the average high-temperature and 16.4°C (61.5°F) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).

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

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

In August, the average day length is 12h and 9min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 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 is 8.6h.

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

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Nsomba, 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
Nsomba, 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
Nsomba, 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
Nsomba, 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
Nsomba, 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
Nsomba, 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
Nsomba, 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
Nsomba, 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
Nsomba, 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
Nsomba, 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
Nsomba, 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).