August weather forecast
Kitwe, Zambia

August

Weather in August

August in Kitwe sees a slight shift in weather as it nears its hottest month. The dry spell from July continues, albeit with slightly higher temperatures. The city sees its highest average temperature in August, soaring up to 29.1°C (84.4°F). The hot weather is accentuated by longer periods of sunshine and near zero rainfall. Even as it remains the warmest month of the year, the trend of rising temperatures continues into September.

Temperature

A subtle rise in the average high-temperature is observed during August, adjusting from 25.5°C (77.9°F) in July to a still warm 29.1°C (84.4°F). A stark contrast in day to night temperatures can be seen in August, with an average low-temperature of 13.5°C (56.3°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Kitwe is 38%.

Rainfall

June through August are months without rainfall.

Daylight

In Kitwe, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 42min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:03 CAT.

Sunshine

In Kitwe, the average sunshine in August is 9.8h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?
The high-temperature, in August, in Kitwe, records 29.1°C (84.4°F), while the low-temperature is 13.5°C (56.3°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
The average relative humidity in August is 38%.
What is the driest month?
In Kitwe, rain does not fall in June through August.
Does it rain in August?
In Kitwe, in August, it doesn't rain. In September, it rains.
What is the average length of the day in August?
In August, the average day length is 11h and 42min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Kitwe?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:03 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in August?
In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.8h.
What is the UV index intensity in August?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average visibility
Average temperature in August
Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in August: 29.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and June (25.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 13.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (19.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.5°C).

Average pressure in August
Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average pressure in August: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in August: 11.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average humidity in August: 38%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).

Average rainfall in August
Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in August: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (208mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in August: 30.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Kitwe, 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, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in August: 5

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in August
Kitwe, 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 and March (6km).

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