August weather forecastNseluka, Zambia

August weather forecast for Nseluka, Zambia: The last month of the winter, August, is another warm month in Nseluka, Zambia, with an average temperature varying between 28.4°C (83.1°F) and 12.1°C (53.8°F). With August's arrival, Nseluka notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.4°C (83.1°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month.

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is another warm month in Nseluka, Zambia, with an average temperature varying between 28.4°C (83.1°F) and 12.1°C (53.8°F).

Temperature

With August's arrival, Nseluka notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.4°C (83.1°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month. Despite a stark disparity with daily highs, Nseluka records an average nighttime temperature of 12.1°C (53.8°F) in August.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F). Long-standing exposure coupled with ongoing activity could result in exhaustion, possibly causing heat cramps.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 47%.

Rainfall

In Nseluka, rain does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 48min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:52 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 7.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

In August, in Nseluka, the average high-temperature is 28.4°C (83.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 12.1°C (53.8°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).

In Nseluka, the average relative humidity in August is 47%.

In Nseluka, rain does not fall in June through September.

In August, the average day length is 11h and 48min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:52 CAT.

In August, the average sunshine duration is 7.7h.

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

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value 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
Nseluka, Zambia

  • Average high temperature in August: 28.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 12.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (18.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10°C).

Average pressure in August
Nseluka, Zambia

  • Average pressure in August: 1016.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.1mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Nseluka, Zambia

  • Average wind speed in August: 10.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (10.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5.6km/h).

Average humidity in August
Nseluka, Zambia

  • Average humidity in August: 47%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (40%).

Average rainfall in August
Nseluka, Zambia

  • Average rainfall in August: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (282mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Nseluka, Zambia

  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

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

  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 48min

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: 7h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Nseluka, 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 January (0 days).

Average UV index in August
Nseluka, 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
Nseluka, Zambia

  • Average cloud cover in August: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in August
Nseluka, Zambia

  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March and April (6km).