August, despite having slightly lower temperatures compared to
July, ensures the grip of summer on
Zaporizhia remains firm. However, these hot days are enhanced by gorgeous long hours of daylight, punctuated by slightly less rainfall. The balance between steamy and showers, offers a splendid canvas, as life moves at a leisurely pace. Notable nights adorned by stars and the serenades of summer bugs, add a special aura to the month. The month remains a sun-kissed spectacle, as Zaporizhia continues to bask in the peak of Ukrainian summer.
Temperature
The start of August sees the average high-temperature at a still warm 27.9°C (82.2°F), showing little difference from July's 28.3°C (82.9°F). Zaporizhia marks a considerable descent from the daytime apex, as the average temperature dips to a moderate 15.8°C (60.4°F) at night throughout August.
Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F). If one continues to be active during enduring exposure, it could result in fatigue and heat cramps.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Humidity
The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 59%.
Rainfall
In Zaporizhia, in August, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 39mm (1.54") of accumulated precipitation. In Zaporizhia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130 days and collects up to 498mm (19.61") of precipitation.
Snowfall
May through
September are months without snowfall.
Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 20:14. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 19:22 EEST.