August weather forecast
Kampala, Uganda

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Tall buildings in the vast city of Kampala, Uganda, with a leafy appearance under the clear blue skies
Tall buildings in the vast city of Kampala, Uganda, with a leafy appearance under the clear blue skies

Weather in August

August in Kampala, Uganda, experiences slightly warmer temperatures than the proceeding month of July, as well as an increase in rainfall. The end of the dry season witnesses a slight resurgence in rainfall, preparing the city for the approaching wet season. The weather remains consistently warm, rainfall gradually increases, and the humidity levels remain moderately high. Information reveals that in August, temperatures range between a high of 25.7°C (78.3°F) and a low of 17°C (62.6°F) with 77% relative humidity and 34mm (1.34") of rain falling over 21.9 days.

Temperature

With August's advent, Kampala sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 25.7°C (78.3°F), subtly shifted from July's 25°C (77°F). An average nighttime temperature of 17°C (62.6°F) is witnessed in Kampala throughout August.

Humidity

In Kampala, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In Kampala, in August, it is raining for 21.9 days, with typically 34mm (1.34") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kampala, there are 231.2 rainfall days, and 477mm (18.78") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of August in Kampala, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:53 EAT.

Sunshine

In Kampala, Uganda, the average sunshine in August is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following instructions:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Kampala?

The high-temperature during August is 25.7°C (78.3°F) and the low-temperature is 17°C (62.6°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Kampala?

The average relative humidity in August in Kampala, Uganda, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Kampala in August?

In Kampala, during August, the rain falls for 21.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of precipitation.

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

The average day length in August is 12h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Kampala?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:53 EAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kampala have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Kampala, Uganda, is 9.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Kampala?

January through May, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Kampala.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Kampala?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Kampala is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Kampala, Uganda

Average temperature in August - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average high temperature in August: 25.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (24.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 17°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (16.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Kampala, Uganda

Average pressure in August - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average pressure in August: 1013mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Kampala, Uganda

Average wind speed in August - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.3km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March, May and June (7.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (5.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Kampala, Uganda

Average humidity in August - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Kampala, Uganda

Average rainfall in August - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average rainfall in August: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (70mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (18mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Kampala, Uganda

Average rainfall days in August - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average rainfall days in August: 21.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are September and October (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.8 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kampala, Uganda

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Kampala, Uganda

Average sunshine days in August - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average sunshine days in August: 5.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Kampala, Uganda

Average UV index in August - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Kampala, Uganda

Average cloud cover in August - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in August
Kampala, Uganda

Average visibility in August - Kampala, Uganda
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June and July (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (8km).

Kampala, Uganda

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