August weather forecastGwembe, Zambia
August
Weather in August
August in Gwembe is characterized by extreme dryness, minimal wind, and an uptick in temperatures. The hot and dry spell typically continues into the subsequent month, sparking a transition towards warmer conditions. It's also during this period that the city experiences the highest visibility, indicating the clarity of the atmosphere due to the minimal cloud cover. As August draws to a close, locals in Gwembe prepare for warmer days and cooler nights.Temperature
August signals a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from July's pleasant 22.6°C (72.7°F) to a moderately hot 26.6°C (79.9°F). August nights bring a significant cooling from the heat of the day, with averages of 13.1°C (55.6°F).Humidity
In Gwembe, the average relative humidity in August is 39%.Rainfall
August and September are months without rainfall.Daylight
In Gwembe, Zambia, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 35min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:03 CAT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 9.6h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading 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 of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Gwembe, Zambia
- Average high temperature in August: 26.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.6°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 13.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.5°C).
Average pressure in August
Gwembe, Zambia
- Average pressure in August: 1017.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.1mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Gwembe, Zambia
- Average wind speed in August: 11.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (8.2km/h).
Average humidity in August
Gwembe, Zambia
- Average humidity in August: 39%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).
Average rainfall in August
Gwembe, Zambia
- Average rainfall in August: 0mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (156mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Gwembe, Zambia
- Average rainfall days in August: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gwembe, Zambia
- Average daylight in August: 11h and 36min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in August: 9h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gwembe, Zambia
- Average sunshine days in August: 30.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and December (5.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Gwembe, Zambia
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, May, June, July and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Gwembe, Zambia
- Average cloud cover in August: 4
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).
Average visibility in August
Gwembe, Zambia
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).
