August weather forecastMkushi, Zambia
August
Weather in August
Mkushi transitions into August with noticeable improvements in weather conditions. Especially prominent is the surge in the average high temperature from 22.3°C (72.1°F) in July to 25.8°C (78.4°F) in August. This sudden increase sets August apart, marking it as a warmer month. Compared to July, August features fewer cold mornings and relatively hotter afternoons, making it a contrasting month compared to its predecessor. It’s a great month to visit Mkushi if you prefer warm and dry weather.Temperature
The average high-temperature mildly increases in August, edging from a pleasant 22.3°C (72.1°F) in July to a warm 25.8°C (78.4°F). A sharp divergence from daytime highs is noted during the month of August, with the average nighttime temperature settling at a fresh 11.9°C (53.4°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 48%.Rainfall
August is the last month it rains. During 1 rainfall days, in August, Mkushi aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Mkushi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 672mm (26.46") of precipitation.Daylight
In Mkushi, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 40min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 17:57 CAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 7.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average high temperature in August: 25.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 11.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is November (17.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.5°C).
Average pressure in August
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average pressure in August: 1017.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average wind speed in August: 11.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.3km/h).
Average humidity in August
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average humidity in August: 48%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (37%).
Average rainfall in August
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average rainfall in August: 1mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (168mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average rainfall days in August: 1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (26.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (0.8 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average daylight in August: 11h and 42min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average sunshine days in August: 28.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average UV index in August: 6
The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average cloud cover in August: 9
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in August
Mkushi, Zambia
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (6km).
