August weather forecastPacego, Uganda

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is a tropical month in Pacego, Uganda, with an average temperature varying between 19.1°C (66.4°F) and 30.1°C (86.2°F).

Temperature

Pacego's weather in August displays an average high-temperature of a hot 30.1°C (86.2°F), showing minor disparity from July's 29.7°C (85.5°F). In Pacego, August is marked by an average low-temperature of 19.1°C (66.4°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is computed to be a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. 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. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In Pacego, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 22.5 days. Throughout August, 74mm (2.91") of precipitation is accumulated. In Pacego, Uganda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187 days and collects up to 560mm (22.05") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Pacego, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 19:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:59 EAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Pacego is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.