August weather forecastGwanda, Zimbabwe
August
Weather in August
August in Gwanda, Zimbabwe displays vital signs of transitioning from winter to spring. A significant increase in the temperature range from 12.5°C (54.5°F) to 25.8°C (78.4°F) is observed as a prelude to the warmer days. A slight increase in rainfall coupled with prolonged daylight enhances the outdoor activities spectrum. Winter bids goodbye, leaving behind drier days with lower humidity levels. Winds pick up the pace a bit, marking a noticeable change from the winter month of July.Temperature
With the transition into August, Gwanda experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from an agreeable 21.5°C (70.7°F) in July to a moderately hot 25.8°C (78.4°F). Nightly average temperatures in August reveal a significant dip from daytime highs, registering a consistent a fresh 12.5°C (54.5°F).Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 42%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall in Gwanda are May through September Rain falls for 1.2 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 11h and 25min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:54 CAT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 7.4h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Gwanda, Zimbabwe
- Average high temperature in August: 25.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.5°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 12.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (20.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.9°C).
Average pressure in August
Gwanda, Zimbabwe
- Average pressure in August: 1020.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Gwanda, Zimbabwe
- Average wind speed in August: 14.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (17.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.6km/h).
Average humidity in August
Gwanda, Zimbabwe
- Average humidity in August: 42%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (36%).
Average rainfall in August
Gwanda, Zimbabwe
- Average rainfall in August: 1mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (76mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, June, July, August and September (1mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Gwanda, Zimbabwe
- Average rainfall days in August: 1.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.2 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gwanda, Zimbabwe
- Average daylight in August: 11h and 24min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Gwanda, Zimbabwe
- Average sunshine days in August: 28.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12 days).
Average UV index in August
Gwanda, Zimbabwe
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Gwanda, Zimbabwe
- Average cloud cover in August: 9
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in August
Gwanda, Zimbabwe
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).
