August weather forecast
Mpika, Zambia

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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

The arrival of August in Mpika introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from an agreeable 22.1°C (71.8°F) in July to a moderately hot 25.4°C (77.7°F). Contrary to the day's heat, an average low-temperature of 11.6°C (52.9°F) is recorded during the nights in August.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are June through September Rain falls for 0.5 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Mpika 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

The average sunshine in August in Mpika, Zambia, 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Mpika?

In Mpika, 25.4°C (77.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 11.6°C (52.9°F) is the average low-temperature during August.

What is the average humidity in August in Mpika?

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

What is the driest month in Mpika?

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.

How much does it rain in Mpika in August?

In Mpika, Zambia, in August, it is raining for 0.5 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in August in Mpika?

In August, the average day length is 11h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Mpika?

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, in Mpika, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:50 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Mpika have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 7.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Mpika?

August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Mpika.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Mpika?

In Mpika, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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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