August is a hot and dry time for sunbathing in Kenya. August is an excellent month for swimming in Kenya with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Kenya in the months of January, February, April, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for August.
The average maximum temperature in Kenya in August is 27°. The average maximum temperature is 28° in the previous month and 28° in the next month.
The average temperature in Kenya in August is 25°. The average temperature ranges is 25° in the previous month and 26° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Kenya in August is 22°. The minimum temperature is 22° in the previous month and 23° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Kenya in August are 12 and there are 9.4 hours of sunshine per day on average during August making it a sunny month with few clouds.
The ultraviolet index in Kenya in August is typically 12.4 during August. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Kenya in August is 25.1° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.
The average total rainfall in Kenya in August is 9.3cm and on average there are 8.1 rainy days in August making it a dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Kenya in August is 22° which is very humid and quite uncomfortable for most unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require a fan. The dew point is 22° in the previous month and 22° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Kenya in August is typically 89.8%. The maximum relative humidity is 89.3% in the previous month and 89.2% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Kenya in August is typically 78.2%. The average relative humidity is 77.7% in the previous month and 76.2% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Kenya in August is typically 27kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 31kmh in the previous month and 28kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Kenya in August is typically 14kmh. The average wind speed is 16kmh in the previous month and 14kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Kenya in August is from the South.
