August weather forecastOkuba, Uganda

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Okuba, Uganda, with temperature in the range of an average low of 17.3°C (63.1°F) and an average high of 27.6°C (81.7°F).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still warm 27.6°C (81.7°F) marks August, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in July. Okuba, during August nights, observes an average temperature of 17.3°C (63.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 80%.

Rainfall

In August, in Okuba, the rain falls for 29.5 days. Throughout August, 183mm (7.2") of precipitation is accumulated. In Okuba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 267.3 days and collects up to 1415mm (55.71") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Okuba, Uganda, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:48 EAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Okuba is 8.7h.

UV index

In Okuba, Uganda, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature in Okuba during August is 27.6°C (81.7°F) and the low-temperature is 17.3°C (63.1°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

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

In Okuba, in August, during 29.5 rainfall days, 183mm (7.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of the month, in Okuba, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:48 EAT.

In Okuba, the average sunshine duration in August is 8.7h.

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