Uganda Weather in August: Temperature, Precipitation, Wind
In August, Uganda experiences its winter season, which is characterized by cooler and drier conditions. The average temperature for the country ranges from a daily low of 19.0°C (66.2°F) to a high of 27.5°C (81.4°F), with the temperature typically feeling around 23.0°C (73.4°F). The northern regions, including the capital city of Kampala, tend to be slightly warmer, with temperatures reaching as high as 30°C (86°F). August marks the beginning of a decrease in precipitation, with an average of 23 rainy days throughout the month and a total rainfall of around 25-30mm. The humidity remains relatively high, averaging around 74.2%. Winds are moderate, with an average speed of 25.2 km/h (15.7 mph), and there is a higher chance of overcast skies, with an average cloud cover of 42.1%. Overall, August in Uganda is relatively mild and dry, making it a popular time for tourists to visit the country’s national parks and enjoy outdoor activities.
What is the temperature in Uganda in August?
Average air temperature in Uganda is 22.9°C (73.2°F) in August. The outside temperature in Uganda feels like 23°C (73.4°F) on a typical August day. The highest average temperature during sunny days is 27.5°C (81.4°F) and feels like 28°C (82.3°F). The lowest average temperature after dark is 19°C (66.2°F) which feels like 19°C (66.2°F).
How hot is Uganda in August?
The hot temperature in August in Uganda rises to 30°C (86°F) on sunny days with low cloud coverage and 74.2% humidity. During hottest days of August it feels like 30.4 °C (86.7°F). The average maximum temp in Uganda is 27.5°C (86.7°F) during day time in August.
How cold is Uganda in August?
The coldest temp in Uganda in August drops to 16.6°C (61.9°F) during the cold nights. With 25.2km/h (15.6mph) winds and 74.2% humidity it feels like 16.6°C (61.9°F) on the coldest nights. The average minimum temperature is 19°C (66.2°F) during night time in August.
Does it rain in Uganda in August?
Yes, it rains for 23 days in Uganda in August averaging 0.98 mm of precipitation. Uganda has a 67.7% chance for rain throughout the entire month of August.
How much does it rain in Uganda throughout August?
Uganda has 0.98 mm (0.04 inch) of rain per day on average in August. It rains for an average of 23 days out of the entire month.
Is Uganda windy in August?
The average speed of wind in Uganda during August is 25.2km/h (15.6mph) and average windgust is 23.5km/h (14.6mph). On some days in August wind can reach up to 37.1km/h (23.1mph).
What is the direction of the wind in Uganda in August?
Most days of August the wind is blowing from South-Southeast direction in Uganda.
What are the humidity levels in Uganda in August?
The average humidity levels in Uganda in August are 74.2%. Daily humidity levels in Uganda range from 65.2% to 80.5% during August.
How many hours of daylight are in Uganda in August?
Uganda has 12 hours 07 minutes of daylight in August on average. Sunset and sunrise times gradually change throughout the month. Sunrise in Uganda in August is at 6:50:01 and the sunset is at 18:57:30.
What is the cloud coverage in Uganda in August?
Clouds cover 42.1% of the sky on average throughout August in Uganda. The cloud coverage ranges from 26.1% to 59.4% depending on the day of the month.
What is the UV level in August in Uganda?
The average UV index in Uganda is 9.1 in August. UV levels change throughout the month and range from 6 to 10.
What is the solar radiation in Uganda in August?
The average solar radiation is 244.9 W/m2 (Watts per square meter) in Uganda during August. However solar radiation levels change throughout the month and range from 140.9 W/m2 to 306.6 W/m2.
What is the solar energy during August in Uganda?
The average solar energy during August in Uganda is 21.2 MJ/m2 (megajoules per square metre). Solar energy ranges from 12.2 MJ/m2, to 26.6 MJ/m2 during August.
Are there severe weather risks in Uganda in August?
Yes, there is a 10% risk for severe weather in Uganda in August.
What is the air pressure in Uganda in August?
On average the air pressure in Uganda in August is 1016.6 mb (millibars). Throughout the month the sea level pressure ranges from 1012.5 mb to 1020.5 mb.
What is the visibility in Uganda in August?
The average daylight visibility in Uganda in August is 12.5 km (7.7 miles). Depending on the precipitation the visibility ranges from 9.7 km (6 miles) to 16.8 km (10.4 miles) throughout August.
What is the dew point in Uganda in August?
The average dew point in Uganda during August is 17.8°C (64°F).
Where is the data for Uganda climate in August coming from?
The climate data for Uganda in August is collected from the following weather stations.
- KAMPALA, UG
- JINJA, UG
- ENTEBBE INTERNATIONAL, UG
- HUEN