August weather forecast
Philippolis, South Africa

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Philippolis, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 6.5°C (43.7°F) and 18.8°C (65.8°F).

Temperature

A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of August, moving from a mild 15.6°C (60.1°F) in July to a still refreshing 18.8°C (65.8°F). August nights are characterized by a notable drop from daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 6.5°C (43.7°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 36%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are August and September Rain falls for 1.8 days and accumulates 3mm (0.12") of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Philippolis, South Africa, are June through August. The months with the most snowfall days in Philippolis are June through August, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Philippolis, South Africa, is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:03 SAST.

Sunshine

In Philippolis, the average sunshine in August is 7.8h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Philippolis is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Philippolis in August?

In Philippolis, in August, the average high-temperature is 18.8°C (65.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 6.5°C (43.7°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 28°C (82.4°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Philippolis?

The average relative humidity in August in Philippolis, South Africa, is 36%.

What is the driest month in Philippolis?

August and September are months with the least rain in Philippolis, South Africa, when the rain falls for 1.8 days and typically aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of rain.

How much does it rain in Philippolis in August?

In August, in Philippolis, South Africa, the rain falls for 1.8 days. Throughout August, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Philippolis?

The months with the most snowfall days are June through August, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.

What is the last month it snows in Philippolis?

August is the last month it regularly snows in Philippolis. Throughout August, there are 0.1 snowfall days.

How many hours of daylight does Philippolis have in August?

In August, the average day length in Philippolis is 11h and 4min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Philippolis?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, in Philippolis, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:03 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in August in Philippolis?

The average sunshine duration in August in Philippolis, South Africa, is 7.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Philippolis?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Philippolis is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Philippolis, South Africa

Average temperature in August - Philippolis, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in August: 18.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (30.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (15.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 6.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (19.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5°C).

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Average pressure in August
Philippolis, South Africa

Average pressure in August - Philippolis, South Africa
  • Average pressure in August: 1021.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1011mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Philippolis, South Africa

Average wind speed in August - Philippolis, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in August: 15.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (18.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.8km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Philippolis, South Africa

Average humidity in August - Philippolis, South Africa
  • Average humidity in August: 36%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (49%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (29%).

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Average rainfall in August
Philippolis, South Africa

Average rainfall in August - Philippolis, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in August: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (41mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (3mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Philippolis, South Africa

Average rainfall days in August - Philippolis, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in August: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (10.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.8 days).

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Average snowfall days in August
Philippolis, South Africa

Average snowfall days in August - Philippolis, South Africa
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are June, July and August (0.1 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
Philippolis, South Africa

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Philippolis, South Africa
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are January, October and November (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Philippolis, South Africa

Average sunshine days in August - Philippolis, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in August: 27.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Philippolis, South Africa

Average UV index in August - Philippolis, South Africa
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in August
Philippolis, South Africa

Average cloud cover in August - Philippolis, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in August: 8

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 16).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).

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Average visibility in August
Philippolis, South Africa

Average visibility in August - Philippolis, South Africa
  • 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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