August weather forecast
Makhalanyane, Lesotho

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Weather in August

With the conclusion of peak winter, August presents a rise in temperature, signalling the onset of spring. The frequency of snowfall also decreases, although winter conditions still hold sway. Despite the fading winter, the number of sunshine days remains high, adding a mellow warmth to the cool weather. Although August registers the highest wind speed through the year at 9.1km/h (5.7mph), it does not significantly impact the weather conditions. Gradual increase in temperature starts to melt the snow, heralding the arrival of warmer days ahead.

Temperature

August brings a slight elevation in the average high-temperature, transitioning from July's moderate 13.8°C (56.8°F) to a still refreshing 17.1°C (62.8°F). Despite a noticeable differential from daytime highs, Makhalanyane notes an average nighttime low-temperature of 4.2°C (39.6°F) in August.

Humidity

In Makhalanyane, the average relative humidity in August is 41%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are July and August Rain falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 7mm (0.28") of rain.

Snowfall

June through August are months with snowfall. August is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in August, Makhalanyane aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.7 snowfall days, and 13mm (0.51") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of August in Makhalanyane, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:54 SAST.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Makhalanyane, Lesotho, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Makhalanyane?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Makhalanyane during August are 17.1°C (62.8°F) and 4.2°C (39.6°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Makhalanyane?

In Makhalanyane, the average relative humidity in August is 41%.

What is the driest month in Makhalanyane?

July and August are months with the least rain in Makhalanyane, Lesotho, when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of rain.

How much does it rain in Makhalanyane in August?

In Makhalanyane, Lesotho, in August, during 3.1 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Makhalanyane?

August is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in August, Makhalanyane aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Makhalanyane have in August?

In Makhalanyane, the average day length in August is 11h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Makhalanyane?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, in Makhalanyane, Lesotho, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:54 SAST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Makhalanyane?

August has the least sunshine of the year in Makhalanyane, Lesotho, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Makhalanyane have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Makhalanyane, Lesotho, is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Makhalanyane?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Makhalanyane, Lesotho, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Makhalanyane, Lesotho

Average temperature in August - Makhalanyane, Lesotho
  • Average high temperature in August: 17.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (13.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 4.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (2.1°C).

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Average pressure in August
Makhalanyane, Lesotho

Average pressure in August - Makhalanyane, Lesotho
  • Average pressure in August: 1022.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1013.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Makhalanyane, Lesotho

Average wind speed in August - Makhalanyane, Lesotho
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Makhalanyane, Lesotho

Average humidity in August - Makhalanyane, Lesotho
  • Average humidity in August: 41%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

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Average rainfall in August
Makhalanyane, Lesotho

Average rainfall in August - Makhalanyane, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall in August: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (7mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Makhalanyane, Lesotho

Average rainfall days in August - Makhalanyane, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall days in August: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Makhalanyane, Lesotho

Average snowfall in August - Makhalanyane, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall in August: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Makhalanyane, Lesotho

Average snowfall days in August - Makhalanyane, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Makhalanyane, Lesotho

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Makhalanyane, Lesotho
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Makhalanyane, Lesotho

Average sunshine days in August - Makhalanyane, Lesotho
  • Average sunshine days in August: 26.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11 days).

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Average UV index in August
Makhalanyane, Lesotho

Average UV index in August - Makhalanyane, Lesotho
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in August
Makhalanyane, Lesotho

Average cloud cover in August - Makhalanyane, Lesotho
  • Average cloud cover in August: 8

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 20).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in August
Makhalanyane, Lesotho

Average visibility in August - Makhalanyane, Lesotho
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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Makhalanyane, Lesotho

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