Temperatures in August
It's hot in August in Selous Game Reserve with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 20°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Selous Game Reserve in August. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Selous Game Reserve with hot temperatures, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights close to 18°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-August
By mid-August, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 30°C, with nights close to 19°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Selous Game Reserve will be around 31°C, with nights close to 20°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in August
According to weather history, there is only 8,3 mm of precipitation in August. The wind speed is around 2 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
The precipitation chance averages 14% per day this month.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in August for Selous Game Reserve. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Selous Game Reserve in August |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
30°C | 22°C | |
 High Temp |
32°C | 24°C | |
| Low Temp |
29°C | 19°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
8,3 mm | 60 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
4 days | 10 days | |
July
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Selous Game Reserve?
August is a great month to be in Selous Game Reserve for sunny weather. You’ll get high temperatures and not too much rain this month.
Temperature records for Selous Game Reserve in August
With 36°C, Selous Game Reserve hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in August 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2015. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 14°C to a high of 23°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Selous Game Reserve
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in August in Selous Game Reserve, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Selous Game Reserve
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Selous Game Reserve, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect around 4 days of rain in Selous Game Reserve.
Daily UV Index in August in Selous Game Reserve
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Selous Game Reserve, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Selous Game Reserve Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Selous Game Reserve, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in August in Selous Game Reserve Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Selous Game Reserve, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in August for Selous Game Reserve
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Average Weather in Selous Game Reserve by Month
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