August weather forecast
Bikita, Zimbabwe

August

Weather in August

August denotes the decline of the winter season, with the heat gradually starting to rise again. Consistent with previous months, the rainfall is still considerably low, registering at 2mm (0.08") for the entire month. With 26.3 sun-blest days and an average of 7.2 hours of sunlight, it's a prime time for outdoor pursuits. The wind speeds increase again returning to an average of 8.9km/h (5.5mph). The increase in temperatures is also evident from the rise in barometric pressure.

Temperature

The onset of August marks a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 21.4°C (70.5°F) in July to a moderately hot 25.7°C (78.3°F). August's nights exhibit a sharp contrast from day highs, with an average temperature of 11.9°C (53.4°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 50%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 3.6 days and typically collects 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 27min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:45 CAT.

Sunshine

In Bikita, the average sunshine in August is 7.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bikita are January, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bikita in August?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 25.7°C (78.3°F) and 11.9°C (53.4°F) respectively. In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
The average relative humidity in August is 50%.
What is the driest month?
The month with the least rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 3.6 days and typically collects 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in August?
In August, in Bikita, the rain falls for 3.6 days. Throughout August, 2mm (0.08") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Bikita have in August?
In Bikita, the average day length in August is 11h and 27min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:45 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Bikita have in August?
In August, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.
When is the highest UV index?
January, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.
How high is the UV index in August?
In Bikita, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in August - Bikita, Zimbabwe
Average temperature in August
Bikita, Zimbabwe
  • Average high temperature in August: 25.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 11.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (19.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.5°C).

Average pressure in August - Bikita, Zimbabwe
Average pressure in August
Bikita, Zimbabwe
  • Average pressure in August: 1020.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Bikita, Zimbabwe
Average wind speed in August
Bikita, Zimbabwe
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (6.9km/h).

Average humidity in August - Bikita, Zimbabwe
Average humidity in August
Bikita, Zimbabwe
  • Average humidity in August: 50%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (43%).

Average rainfall in August - Bikita, Zimbabwe
Average rainfall in August
Bikita, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall in August: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (106mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (2mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Bikita, Zimbabwe
Average rainfall days in August
Bikita, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall days in August: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (3.6 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Bikita, Zimbabwe
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bikita, Zimbabwe
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August - Bikita, Zimbabwe
Average sunshine days in August
Bikita, Zimbabwe
  • Average sunshine days in August: 26.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.3 days).

Average UV index in August - Bikita, Zimbabwe
Average UV index in August
Bikita, Zimbabwe
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, April, May, June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August - Bikita, Zimbabwe
Average cloud cover in August
Bikita, Zimbabwe
  • Average cloud cover in August: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in August - Bikita, Zimbabwe
Average visibility in August
Bikita, Zimbabwe
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are June, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (8km).

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