August weather forecast
Samawah, Iraq

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Weather in August

August sees a continuation of the intense summer heat in Samawah, similar to the conditions experienced in July. The temperatures remain high, making it imperative to stay hydrated and use proper sun protection. Frequently the maximum temperature reaches 45.9°C (114.6°F), making daytime outdoor activities uncomfortable. However, compared to July, nighttime temperatures see a slight drop, offering a tad more reprieve. The scenery under the blue sky with hardly any clouds offers both a challenge and charm to curious travellers.

Temperature

Entering August, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still blazing hot 45.9°C (114.6°F), exhibiting a minimal shift from July's 46.1°C (115°F). Marked by a significant temperature drop from daytime highs, the average nighttime temperature in Samawah lowers to a hot 33.4°C (92.1°F) throughout August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Samawah is 11%.

Rainfall

June through September are months without rainfall.

Daylight

In Samawah, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of August, in Samawah, Iraq, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:23 +03.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Samawah, Iraq, is August, with an average of 12.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Samawah are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 10. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 10 in August translates into these instructions:
Ensure you're protected; unprotected eyes and skin can get hurt in moments. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Even if the day is cloudy, sunscreen with SPF of at least 30 should be applied generously and reapplied often, particularly after swimming or outdoor exercise.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Samawah in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Samawah, is 45.9°C (114.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 33.4°C (92.1°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Samawah?

In August, the average relative humidity in Samawah is 11%.

What is the driest month in Samawah?

June through September are months without rainfall in Samawah, Iraq.

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

In Samawah, Iraq, the average day length in August is 13h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Samawah?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:15 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, in Samawah, Iraq, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:23 +03.

What month has the most sunshine in Samawah?

With an average of 12.5h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in August in Samawah?

The average sunshine duration in August in Samawah is 12.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Samawah?

The months with the highest UV index in Samawah are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 10.

What is the UV index reading in August in Samawah?

In Samawah, Iraq, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 10. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Samawah, Iraq

Average temperature in August - Samawah, Iraq
  • Average high temperature in August: 45.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (46.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 33.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (33.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.8°C).

Average pressure in August
Samawah, Iraq

Average pressure in August - Samawah, Iraq
  • Average pressure in August: 999.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (998.1mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Samawah, Iraq

Average wind speed in August - Samawah, Iraq
  • Average wind speed in August: 17km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (19.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (12km/h).

Average humidity in August
Samawah, Iraq

Average humidity in August - Samawah, Iraq
  • Average humidity in August: 11%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (41%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (10%).

Average rainfall in August
Samawah, Iraq

Average rainfall in August - Samawah, Iraq
  • Average rainfall in August: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (12mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Samawah, Iraq

Average rainfall days in August - Samawah, Iraq
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and April (5.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.1 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Samawah, Iraq

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Samawah, Iraq
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 12h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Samawah, Iraq

Average sunshine days in August - Samawah, Iraq
  • Average sunshine days in August: 30.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (23.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Samawah, Iraq

Average UV index in August - Samawah, Iraq
  • Average UV index in August: 10

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Samawah, Iraq

Average cloud cover in August - Samawah, Iraq
  • Average cloud cover in August: 2

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 16).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in August
Samawah, Iraq

Average visibility in August - Samawah, Iraq
  • 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).

Samawah, Iraq

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