August Weather in Kakamega

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Kakamega, Kenya, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 20°C (68°F). Highs can soar to 27°C (82°F), while lows may dip to 14°C (57°F). Typically, the humidity level in Kakamega throughout August hovers around 84%.

14°C (57°F)

Minimum temperature

20°C (68°F)

Average temperature

27°C (82°F)

Maximum temperature

84%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Kakamega averages 122 mm (4.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 22 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 6 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 47 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 35% probability of sunny days during this period.

122 mm (4.8 inches)

Precipitation

22 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 47 minutes

Sunshine hours

35%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Kakamega reaches a maximum of 13, 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.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  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
UVI 1 2 4 7 10 13 13 11 8 4 2 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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