August weather forecast
Dedza, Malawi

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Weather in August

August is a transition month in Dedza, as temperatures start to rise again, signalling the end of the cold season. August records the year's lowest humidity at 55%, providing a dry and comfortable climate. Temperatures begin to rise, and the weather becomes significantly warmer than in the previous months. Despite the rise in temperatures, rainfall remains minimal, holding the dry weather pattern. The increased daylight and abundant average sunshine hours contribute to a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere.

Temperature

Dedza's shift from July to August is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a warm 25°C (77°F), a slight deviation from 22.3°C (72.1°F). Dedza records a mean low-temperature of 13.2°C (55.8°F) in August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 55%.

Rainfall

In Dedza, Malawi, in August, during 2.6 rainfall days, 2mm (0.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165.1 rainfall days, and 1168mm (45.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Dedza is 11h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:33. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:37 CAT.

Sunshine

In Dedza, the average sunshine in August is 8.8h.

UV index

August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. 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: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?

In Dedza, 25°C (77°F) is the average high-temperature and 13.2°C (55.8°F) is the average low-temperature during August.

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 55%.

How much does it rain in August?

In August, the rain falls for 2.6 days. Throughout August, 2mm (0.08") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 11h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:37 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in August?

In Dedza, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Dedza, Malawi

Average temperature in August - Dedza, Malawi
  • Average high temperature in August: 25°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 13.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.2°C).

Average pressure in August
Dedza, Malawi

Average pressure in August - Dedza, Malawi
  • Average pressure in August: 1018.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Dedza, Malawi

Average wind speed in August - Dedza, Malawi
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5.3km/h).

Average humidity in August
Dedza, Malawi

Average humidity in August - Dedza, Malawi
  • Average humidity in August: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (48%).

Average rainfall in August
Dedza, Malawi

Average rainfall in August - Dedza, Malawi
  • Average rainfall in August: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (322mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Dedza, Malawi

Average rainfall days in August - Dedza, Malawi
  • Average rainfall days in August: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (2 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Dedza, Malawi

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Dedza, Malawi
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Dedza, Malawi

Average sunshine days in August - Dedza, Malawi
  • Average sunshine days in August: 26.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (27.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Dedza, Malawi

Average UV index in August - Dedza, Malawi
  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Dedza, Malawi

Average cloud cover in August - Dedza, Malawi
  • Average cloud cover in August: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in August
Dedza, Malawi

Average visibility in August - Dedza, Malawi
  • 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 (7km).

Dedza, Malawi

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