August weather forecast
Duqm, Oman

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Weather in August

August is another hot month characterized by high humidity and barely any rain. Skies stay mostly clear, presenting the azure that Oman is famous for. Compared to July, the wind speed slows a notch, making the climate slightly more bearish. Moreover, it brings the highest cloud cover of 34% observed in any month. Despite the temperatures slightly subsiding to 27.3°C (81.1°F), sun protection remains a priority under the strong Middle East sun.

Temperature

Duqm's weather in August indicates an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.3°C (81.1°F), nearly consistent with the 28.6°C (83.5°F) of July. A mean low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F) is a distinguishing feature of August, indicating a slight dip from daytime highs.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Ongoing exposure and activity could lead to a state of exhaustion, with a chance of heat cramps.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.

Humidity

August is the most humid month in Duqm, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In Duqm, in August, during 2.5 rainfall days, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Duqm, there are 18.8 rainfall days, and 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 47min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:25 +04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Duqm is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Duqm?

Duqm in August has an average high-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F) and an average low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the most humid month in Duqm?

With an average relative humidity of 85%, August is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in August in Duqm?

The average relative humidity in August in Duqm, Oman, is 85%.

How much does it rain in Duqm in August?

In Duqm, in August, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 5mm (0.2") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in August in Duqm?

In August, the average day length in Duqm is 12h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Duqm?

On the first day of August in Duqm, Oman, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:25 +04.

How many hours of sunshine does Duqm have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Duqm, Oman, is 10.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Duqm?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Duqm, Oman

Average temperature in August - Duqm, Oman
  • Average high temperature in August: 27.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 24.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (28.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°C).

Average pressure in August
Duqm, Oman

Average pressure in August - Duqm, Oman
  • Average pressure in August: 1001.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (999.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Duqm, Oman

Average wind speed in August - Duqm, Oman
  • Average wind speed in August: 27.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (31km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (14.8km/h).

Average humidity in August
Duqm, Oman

Average humidity in August - Duqm, Oman
  • Average humidity in August: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (62%).

Average rainfall in August
Duqm, Oman

Average rainfall in August - Duqm, Oman
  • Average rainfall in August: 5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (24mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Duqm, Oman

Average rainfall days in August - Duqm, Oman
  • Average rainfall days in August: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (2.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Duqm, Oman

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Duqm, Oman
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Duqm, Oman

Average sunshine days in August - Duqm, Oman
  • Average sunshine days in August: 25.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (30.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (25.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Duqm, Oman

Average UV index in August - Duqm, Oman
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The month with the highest UV index is May (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Duqm, Oman

Average cloud cover in August - Duqm, Oman
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are January, May, October and December (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in August
Duqm, Oman

Average visibility in August - Duqm, Oman
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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

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