Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Axum, Ethiopia, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 18°C (66°F). Highs can soar to 27°C (81°F), while lows may dip to 13°C (56°F). Typically, the humidity level in Axum throughout August hovers around 80%.
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In August, Axum averages 357 mm (14.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 30 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 33 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 28 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 33% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Axum reaches a maximum of 14, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 2 | 5 | 8 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 12 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||