August weather forecast
Banket, Zimbabwe

August signals a gradual transition towards spring in Banket, with noticeable changes in the weather pattern. The months' distinctiveness lies in the minimum cloud coverage of just 6%, which permits more sunshine during the day. Temperatures begin to rise slightly, indicating the end of the winter chill. The windy conditions of July persist into August, adding to the overall pleasantness. Without any rainfall, Banket’s August weather offers a perfect blend of brightness, dryness, and increasing warmth.

Temperature

Banket in August observes a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a moderately hot 24°C (75.2°F) in July to a still warm 27.8°C (82°F). The nighttime average for Banket in August plummets considerably from its daytime counterpart, resting at a cool 12.3°C (54.1°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is appraised at 28°C (82.4°F). Unrelenting activity during exposure could cause fatigue and potentially lead to heat cramps.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 42%.

Rainfall

In Banket, Zimbabwe, rain does not fall in June through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 32min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:51 CAT.

Sunshine

In Banket, the average sunshine in August is 7.5h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.