August weather forecast
Kitwe, Zambia

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Weather in August

August in Kitwe sees a slight shift in weather as it nears its hottest month. The dry spell from July continues, albeit with slightly higher temperatures. The city sees its highest average temperature in August, soaring up to 29.1°C (84.4°F). The hot weather is accentuated by longer periods of sunshine and near zero rainfall. Even as it remains the warmest month of the year, the trend of rising temperatures continues into September.

Temperature

With the start of August, the average high-temperature marginally shifts from July's 25.5°C (77.9°F) to a still warm 29.1°C (84.4°F). The temperature notes a substantial fall from the daily peak to an average of 13.5°C (56.3°F) during August nights.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 38%.

Rainfall

June through August are months without rainfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 42min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:03 CAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

In Kitwe, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

During August, Kitwe experiences an average high-temperature of 29.1°C (84.4°F) and a low-temperature of 13.5°C (56.3°F).

What is the average humidity in August?

In Kitwe, the average relative humidity in August is 38%.

What is the driest month?

In Kitwe, rain does not fall in June through August.

Does it rain in August?

In Kitwe, in August, it doesn't rain. In September, it rains.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In Kitwe, the average day length in August is 11h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:03 CAT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 9.8h.

How high is the UV index in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Kitwe, Zambia

Average temperature in August - Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in August: 29.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and June (25.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 13.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (19.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.5°C).

Average pressure in August
Kitwe, Zambia

Average pressure in August - Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average pressure in August: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Kitwe, Zambia

Average wind speed in August - Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in August: 11.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Kitwe, Zambia

Average humidity in August - Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average humidity in August: 38%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).

Average rainfall in August
Kitwe, Zambia

Average rainfall in August - Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average rainfall in August: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (208mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Kitwe, Zambia

Average rainfall days in August - Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kitwe, Zambia

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Kitwe, Zambia

Average sunshine days in August - Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in August: 30.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (2.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Kitwe, Zambia

Average UV index in August - Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Kitwe, Zambia

Average cloud cover in August - Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in August: 5

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in August
Kitwe, Zambia

Average visibility in August - Kitwe, Zambia
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).

Kitwe, Zambia

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