August weather forecast
Kashikishi, Zambia

August

Weather in August

August in Kashikishi marks a slight shift in weather conditions as the cold dry period starts to dwindle. Though there is hardly any rainfall, temperatures start to increase, making the climate a bit warm. With a slight increase in rainfall to 1mm (0.04"), August continues to be in the grip of the dry season. The number of sunshine hours starts to dip slightly, indicating a transition towards the next phase of the annual weather cycle. With virtually no clouds in the sky, this classic, clear weather is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.

Temperature

In August, the average high-temperature marginally rises from a warm 27.9°C (82.2°F) in July to a hot 30.9°C (87.6°F). In August, the temperature sees a substantial plunge from daytime highs to a low average of 15.7°C (60.3°F).

Humidity

In Kashikishi, the average relative humidity in August is 37%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall are January through June, August through December. August is the first month it rains. Throughout August, in the average 0.6 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 207.7 rainfall days, and 1883mm (74.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kashikishi, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:03 CAT.

Sunshine

In Kashikishi, the average sunshine in August is 10h.

UV index

August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in August leads to these recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?
During August, Kashikishi experiences an average high-temperature of 30.9°C (87.6°F) and a low-temperature of 15.7°C (60.3°F). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 28°C (82.4°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
The average relative humidity in August is 37%.
When does it start to rain?
August is the first month it rains. Throughout August, in the average 0.6 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in August?
The average day length in August is 11h and 49min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Kashikishi?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:03 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Kashikishi have in August?
In August, the average sunshine duration is 10h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kashikishi.
How high is the UV index in August?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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Average visibility
Average temperature in August
Kashikishi, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in August: 30.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (33°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 15.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (19.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (13.2°C).

Average pressure in August
Kashikishi, Zambia
  • Average pressure in August: 1015mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Kashikishi, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (10.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5km/h).

Average humidity in August
Kashikishi, Zambia
  • Average humidity in August: 37%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).

Average rainfall in August
Kashikishi, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in August: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (381mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Kashikishi, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (30.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.6 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kashikishi, Zambia
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Kashikishi, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in August: 30.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (0.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Kashikishi, Zambia
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Kashikishi, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in August: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in August
Kashikishi, Zambia
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (7km).

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