August weather forecast
Sesheke, Zambia

englishespañol中文
Share

Weather in August

August brings about a change in weather in Sesheke, with a rise in temperatures and an increase in daylight hours. However, it remains significantly dry with practically no rainfall and low cloud cover. The month yields the clearest skies of the year, allowing for longer and sunnier days despite the rising warmth. September follows suit, not only continuing the dry spell but also amplifying the heat further.

Temperature

Observing a slight rise in August, the average high-temperature shifts from July's moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F) to a hot 30.7°C (87.3°F). Sesheke registers a pronounced decline from daytime peak temperatures, averaging a fresh 12.7°C (54.9°F) lows in August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 29%.

Rainfall

In Sesheke, rain does not fall in July through September.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 32min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:15 CAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10h.

UV index

In Sesheke, Zambia, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

In Sesheke, 30.7°C (87.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 12.7°C (54.9°F) is the average low-temperature during August. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Sesheke?

In Sesheke, the average relative humidity in August is 29%.

What is the driest month?

In Sesheke, rain does not fall in July through September.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In August, the average day length is 11h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August in Sesheke, Zambia, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:15 CAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sesheke have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10h.

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 risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover

Average temperature in August
Sesheke, Zambia

Average temperature in August - Sesheke, Zambia
  • Average high temperature in August: 30.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (37°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 12.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (22.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.5°C).

Average pressure in August
Sesheke, Zambia

Average pressure in August - Sesheke, Zambia
  • Average pressure in August: 1017mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1020mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Sesheke, Zambia

Average wind speed in August - Sesheke, Zambia
  • Average wind speed in August: 10km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (10.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in August
Sesheke, Zambia

Average humidity in August - Sesheke, Zambia
  • Average humidity in August: 29%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (22%).

Average rainfall in August
Sesheke, Zambia

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (142mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Sesheke, Zambia

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Sesheke, Zambia
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in August
Sesheke, Zambia

Average sunshine days in August - Sesheke, Zambia
  • Average sunshine days in August: 30.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (4.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Sesheke, Zambia

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

The month with the highest UV index is October (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Sesheke, Zambia

Average cloud cover in August - Sesheke, Zambia
  • Average cloud cover in August: 3

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in August
Sesheke, Zambia

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (9km).

Sesheke, Zambia

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location