August weather forecast
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

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Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, the world's largest curtain falls, with the surrounding beautiful landscape

Weather in August

August in Victoria Falls marks the end of the winter season, with temperatures beginning to climb again. A slightly higher maximum temperature than July's 25.3°C (77.5°F) signals the transition towards warmer days. The weather remains predominantly dry, allowing visitors to enjoy long walks amidst the beauty of the falls. The clear days and the slowly rising temperature provide optimal conditions to rejuvenize amidst nature. Wildlife sightings remain rich as animals continue to frequent watering holes in the dry environment.

Temperature

With the transition into August, Victoria Falls experiences a subtle uplift in average high-temperatures, adjusting from a moderately hot 25.3°C (77.5°F) in July to a still warm 29.5°C (85.1°F). Victoria Falls reports a marked divergence from daytime peaks throughout August, with lows averaging at a mild 14.1°C (57.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, is 31%.

Rainfall

June through September are months without rainfall.

Daylight

In Victoria Falls, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:09 CAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Victoria Falls is 10h.

UV index

In Victoria Falls, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 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. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August in Victoria Falls?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Victoria Falls are 29.5°C (85.1°F) and 14.1°C (57.4°F) respectively. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 28°C (82.4°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Victoria Falls?

In August, the average relative humidity in Victoria Falls is 31%.

What is the driest month in Victoria Falls?

In Victoria Falls, rain does not fall in June through September.

What is the average length of the day in August in Victoria Falls?

In August, the average day length in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, is 11h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Victoria Falls?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:09 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Victoria Falls have in August?

In Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, the average sunshine duration in August is 10h.

How high is the UV index in August in Victoria Falls?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Victoria Falls is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average temperature in August - Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
  • Average high temperature in August: 29.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (25.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 14.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (22.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.1°C).

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Average pressure in August
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average pressure in August - Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
  • Average pressure in August: 1017.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average wind speed in August - Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
  • Average wind speed in August: 10.9km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are September and October (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.2km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average humidity in August - Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
  • Average humidity in August: 31%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (24%).

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Average rainfall in August
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average rainfall in August - Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall in August: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (125mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average rainfall days in August - Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Victoria Falls, 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: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average sunshine days in August - Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
  • Average sunshine days in August: 30.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average UV index in August - Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in August
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average cloud cover in August - Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
  • Average cloud cover in August: 3

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 2).

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Average visibility in August
Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Average visibility in August - Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (9km).

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