August weather forecast
Rustenburg, South Africa

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Weather in August

August in Rustenburg symbolizes a transition, with temperatures beginning to climb, indicating an end to the cold winter months. With bare minimum rainfall in this month as well, the weather remains primarily dry, although humidity starts to pick up slightly. The increase in daylight hours signifies the impending arrival of spring, making it an excellent month to cherish the beauty of Rustenburg. Despite higher wind speeds, the weather conditions remain stable and comfortable, while visibility remains excellent throughout the month.

Temperature

Rustenburg's August weather indicates a minor ascent in high-temperatures, adjusting from an enjoyable 18.9°C (66°F) in July to an agreeable 22.7°C (72.9°F). Rustenburg encounters a significant temperature differential, with an average low-temperature of 8.6°C (47.5°F) during August nights.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 37%.

Rainfall

July and August are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 1 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of August, in Rustenburg, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:58 SAST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Rustenburg are June and August, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Rustenburg?

In August, in Rustenburg, the average high-temperature is 22.7°C (72.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 8.6°C (47.5°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Rustenburg?

In August, the average relative humidity in Rustenburg, South Africa, is 37%.

What is the driest month in Rustenburg?

July and August are months with the least rain in Rustenburg, South Africa, when the rain falls for 1 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.

How many days does it rain in August in Rustenburg?

In Rustenburg, in August, it is raining for 1 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Rustenburg have in August?

The average day length in August in Rustenburg is 11h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Rustenburg?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:58 SAST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Rustenburg?

June and August, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Rustenburg.

How many hours of sunshine does Rustenburg have in August?

In Rustenburg, South Africa, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.5h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Rustenburg?

In Rustenburg, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Rustenburg, South Africa

Average temperature in August - Rustenburg, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in August: 22.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (18.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 8.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (18°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.3°C).

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Average pressure in August
Rustenburg, South Africa

Average pressure in August - Rustenburg, South Africa
  • Average pressure in August: 1021.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Rustenburg, South Africa

Average wind speed in August - Rustenburg, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and May (7km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Rustenburg, South Africa

Average humidity in August - Rustenburg, South Africa
  • Average humidity in August: 37%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (61%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (32%).

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Average rainfall in August
Rustenburg, South Africa

Average rainfall in August - Rustenburg, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in August: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (95mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Rustenburg, South Africa

Average rainfall days in August - Rustenburg, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in August: 1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Rustenburg, South Africa

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Rustenburg, South Africa

Average sunshine days in August - Rustenburg, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in August: 29.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Rustenburg, South Africa

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in August
Rustenburg, South Africa

Average cloud cover in August - Rustenburg, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in August: 5

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 24).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in August
Rustenburg, South Africa

Average visibility in August - Rustenburg, 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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