August weather forecast
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

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Weather in August

August continues to shape the lever of Sumbawanga's weather system, dictating the rhythm of life for locals and fauna alike. A remarkable feature of this month's weather is that the temperature reaches the year's peak mean of 26.4°C (79.5°F). Owing to the celestial cycle, stargazers find the clear night skies riveting. The golden ripples on the Lake Tanganyika under the sunset are a sight to behold during this month. As August concludes, weather patterns subtly hint at an impending balance between sunshine and rainfall.

Temperature

The beginning of August records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.4°C (79.5°F), marking a negligible difference from July's 24.1°C (75.4°F). In August, the recorded average low-temperature, of 14°C (57.2°F), exhibits a significant fall from the daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Sumbawanga is 48%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall are January through June, August through December. August is the first month it rains in Sumbawanga. Throughout August, in the average 0.9 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Sumbawanga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.7 days and collects up to 1413mm (55.63") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Sumbawanga, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of August in Sumbawanga, Tanzania, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:52 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 7.9h.

UV index

August through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
Updated: Feb 6, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Sumbawanga?

August temperatures in Sumbawanga, Tanzania, vary between a high-temperature of 26.4°C (79.5°F) and a low-temperature of 14°C (57.2°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Sumbawanga?

The average relative humidity in August in Sumbawanga, Tanzania, is 48%.

When does it start to rain in Sumbawanga?

August is the first month it rains. Throughout August, in the average 0.9 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

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

The average day length in August in Sumbawanga, Tanzania, is 11h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Sumbawanga?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, in Sumbawanga, Tanzania, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:52 EAT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Sumbawanga?

In Sumbawanga, Tanzania, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.9h.

When is the highest UV index in Sumbawanga?

The months with the highest UV index in Sumbawanga, Tanzania, are August through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in August in Sumbawanga?

In Sumbawanga, Tanzania, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average temperature in August - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average high temperature in August: 26.4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (28.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 14°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (17.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.1°C).

Average pressure in August
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average pressure in August - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average pressure in August: 1015.4mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.4mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average wind speed in August - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average wind speed in August: 14km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (14.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (6.3km/h).

Average humidity in August
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average humidity in August - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average humidity in August: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (44%).

Average rainfall in August
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average rainfall in August - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall in August: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (289mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average rainfall days in August - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (30.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.9 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average sunshine days in August - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average sunshine days in August: 29.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (0.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average UV index in August - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average cloud cover in August - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average cloud cover in August: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in August
Sumbawanga, Tanzania

Average visibility in August - Sumbawanga, Tanzania
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (8km).

Sumbawanga, Tanzania

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