August weather forecast
Nchelenge, Zambia

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Weather in August

August heralds the peak of the dry season with a notable surge in the average daytime temperature reaching 30.9°C (87.6°F). On the contrary, nights are relatively cooler, thanks to the average low temperature rising only to 15.7°C (60.3°F). Despite the substantial decrease in cloud cover, humidity levels remain significantly low. The month experiences negligible rainfall, marking an extension of the prolonged dry spell. Balancing the higher temperatures, wind speeds reduces slightly compared to July.

Temperature

With the onset of August, Nchelenge's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a warm 27.9°C (82.2°F) in July to a hot 30.9°C (87.6°F). Nchelenge sees a major change from daytime highs, with the nighttime temperature dipping to a refreshing 15.7°C (60.3°F) on average during August.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

January through June, August through December are months with rainfall in Nchelenge, Zambia. August is the first month it rains. Throughout August, in the average 0.6 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Nchelenge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.7 days and collects up to 1883mm (74.13") of precipitation.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. 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. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Nchelenge?

The high-temperature, in August, in Nchelenge, records 30.9°C (87.6°F), while the low-temperature is 15.7°C (60.3°F). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 28°C (82.4°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Nchelenge?

The average relative humidity in August is 37%.

When does it start to rain in Nchelenge?

August is the first month it rains in Nchelenge, Zambia. Throughout August, in the average 0.6 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Nchelenge have in August?

In August, the average day length in Nchelenge is 11h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Nchelenge?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, in Nchelenge, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:03 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Nchelenge?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Nchelenge is 10h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Nchelenge?

August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Nchelenge.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Nchelenge?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Nchelenge is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Nchelenge, Zambia

Average temperature in August - Nchelenge, 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).

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Average pressure in August
Nchelenge, Zambia

Average pressure in August - Nchelenge, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Nchelenge, Zambia

Average wind speed in August - Nchelenge, 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).

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Average humidity in August
Nchelenge, Zambia

Average humidity in August - Nchelenge, 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%).

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Average rainfall in August
Nchelenge, Zambia

Average rainfall in August - Nchelenge, 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).

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Average rainfall days in August
Nchelenge, Zambia

Average rainfall days in August - Nchelenge, 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).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Nchelenge, Zambia

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Nchelenge, 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).

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Average sunshine days in August
Nchelenge, Zambia

Average sunshine days in August - Nchelenge, 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).

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Average UV index in August
Nchelenge, Zambia

Average UV index in August - Nchelenge, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Nchelenge, Zambia

Average cloud cover in August - Nchelenge, 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).

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Average visibility in August
Nchelenge, Zambia

Average visibility in August - Nchelenge, 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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