August weather forecast
Tafara, Zimbabwe

August

Weather in August

The weather in August witnesses a slow transition towards warmer conditions. The minimum temperature begins to rise from 8.3°C (46.9°F) in July to 10.3°C (50.5°F), indicating the waning winter. The cloud coverage remains at its lowest at 8%. The expansion in daylight hours paves the way for the forthcoming spring season. However, rainfall remains at the yearly low, maintaining the dry climate.

Temperature

A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in August, transitioning from an agreeable 21.8°C (71.2°F) in July to a moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F). Tafara reports a substantial plunge from daytime highs during the nights of August, with an average low-temperature of 10.3°C (50.5°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity 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 Tafara, Zimbabwe, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:48 CAT.

Sunshine

In Tafara, the average sunshine in August 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?
In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 25.5°C (77.9°F) and 10.3°C (50.5°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in August in Tafara?
In Tafara, the average relative humidity in August is 46%.
What is the driest month?
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.
How much does it rain in August?
In Tafara, in August, it is raining for 1.3 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in August?
In Tafara, the average day length in August is 11h and 32min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Tafara?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:48 CAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Tafara have in August?
In August, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.
What is the month with 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 Tafara, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in August - Tafara, Zimbabwe
Average temperature in August
Tafara, 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 - Tafara, Zimbabwe
Average pressure in August
Tafara, 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 - Tafara, Zimbabwe
Average wind speed in August
Tafara, 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 - Tafara, Zimbabwe
Average humidity in August
Tafara, 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 - Tafara, Zimbabwe
Average rainfall in August
Tafara, 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 - Tafara, Zimbabwe
Average rainfall days in August
Tafara, 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 - Tafara, Zimbabwe
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Tafara, Zimbabwe
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 3min

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 3min

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 - Tafara, Zimbabwe
Average sunshine days in August
Tafara, 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 - Tafara, Zimbabwe
Average UV index in August
Tafara, 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 - Tafara, Zimbabwe
Average cloud cover in August
Tafara, 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 - Tafara, Zimbabwe
Average visibility in August
Tafara, 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).

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