August weather forecastNorton, Zimbabwe
August
Weather in August
August marks the end of winter and the beginning of spring in Norton, Zimbabwe. The temperatures climb slightly, with highs averaging 25.5°C (77.9°F) and lows settling around 10.3°C (50.5°F). Rain is still minimal, registering at 1mm (0.04") over 1.3 days, making it the driest month of the year. As the days grow longer with 11.5 daylight hours, the weather begins to warm up towards the end of the month. The season brings an increase in outdoor activities and exhibits a bright and vibrant environment.Temperature
August's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a pleasant 21.8°C (71.2°F) in July to a moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F). Marked by a significant temperature drop from daytime highs, the average nighttime temperature lowers to a cool 10.3°C (50.5°F) throughout August.Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 46%.Rainfall
August and September are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 1.3 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.Daylight
In Norton, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 32min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:50 CAT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 7.5h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Norton, Zimbabwe
- Average high temperature in August: 25.5°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 (21.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 10.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (17.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.3°C).
Average pressure in August
Norton, Zimbabwe
- Average pressure in August: 1019.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Norton, Zimbabwe
- Average wind speed in August: 9.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.7km/h).
Average humidity in August
Norton, Zimbabwe
- Average humidity in August: 46%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (39%).
Average rainfall in August
Norton, Zimbabwe
- Average rainfall in August: 1mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (151mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (1mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Norton, Zimbabwe
- Average rainfall days in August: 1.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (1.2 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Norton, Zimbabwe
- Average daylight in August: 11h and 30min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in August
Norton, Zimbabwe
- Average sunshine days in August: 28.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (28.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Norton, 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 month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
Norton, Zimbabwe
- Average cloud cover in August: 8
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in August
Norton, Zimbabwe
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).
