August weather forecast
Mpika, Zambia

August

Weather in August

August in Mpika is known for its highest temperatures reaching up to 25.4°C (77.7°F). The vertical climb in temperatures combined with daylight and sunshine hours amplifies the intensity of heat. Minimal rainfall of only 1mm (0.04") acts as a complementary factor to the accelerating dry and hot spells. Despite the increasing temperature, a soothing breeze is witnessed throughout the month providing some respite. This change in weather pattern prepares for the arrival of the approaching rainy season.

Temperature

Mpika observes a slight uplift in the average high-temperature with the onset of August, adjusting from July's pleasant 22.1°C (71.8°F) to a warm 25.4°C (77.7°F). Nighttime temperatures throughout August register a significant deviation from the day's highs, averaging at a cool 11.6°C (52.9°F).

Humidity

In Mpika, Zambia, the average relative humidity in August is 51%.

Rainfall

June through September are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 0.5 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 44min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:50 CAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 7.6h.

UV index

August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in August?
The average high-temperature, in August, in Mpika, is 25.4°C (77.7°F), while the average low-temperature is 11.6°C (52.9°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
In August, the average relative humidity is 51%.
What is the driest month?
The months with the least rainfall are June through September Rain falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain.
How much does it rain in August?
In Mpika, in August, during 0.5 rainfall days, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Mpika have in August?
The average day length in August is 11h and 44min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:50 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in August?
The average sunshine duration in August is 7.6h.
When is the highest UV index?
August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Mpika.
How high is the UV index in August?
In Mpika, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August - Mpika, Zambia
Average temperature in August
Mpika, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in August: 25.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (21.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 11.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (17.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.7°C).

Average pressure in August - Mpika, Zambia
Average pressure in August
Mpika, Zambia
  • Average pressure in August: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Mpika, Zambia
Average wind speed in August
Mpika, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in August: 12.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.4km/h).

Average humidity in August - Mpika, Zambia
Average humidity in August
Mpika, Zambia
  • Average humidity in August: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (42%).

Average rainfall in August - Mpika, Zambia
Average rainfall in August
Mpika, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in August: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (357mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (1mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Mpika, Zambia
Average rainfall days in August
Mpika, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.5 days).

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August - Mpika, Zambia
Average sunshine days in August
Mpika, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in August: 29.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0 days).

Average UV index in August - Mpika, Zambia
Average UV index in August
Mpika, Zambia
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are August, September, October and November (UV index 6).
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 - Mpika, Zambia
Average cloud cover in August
Mpika, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in August: 10

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in August - Mpika, Zambia
Average visibility in August
Mpika, 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, February and March (6km).

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