August weather forecast
Shoshong, Botswana

August

Weather in August

In August, Shoshong experiences a shift in weather patterns as temperatures begin to increase, signaling the start of the warmer months. This month sees the mercury rise from the colder period, with temperatures reaching 25.4°C (77.7°F) during the day. With virtually no rainfall, the climate remains dry, and the amount of sunshine increases, leading to warmer days. Despite rising temperatures, wind speeds also increase, balancing the temperature and preventing it from becoming uncomfortable. This balance in weather parameters provides Shoshong with a distinctly pleasant and agreeable August climate.

Temperature

Shoshong perceives a slight temperature ascent during August, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a pleasant 21.3°C (70.3°F) in July to a moderately hot 25.4°C (77.7°F). A sharp divergence from daytime highs is noted during the month of August, with the average nighttime temperature settling at a cool 11.5°C (52.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 39%.

Rainfall

August is the only month when rain does not fall.

Daylight

In Shoshong, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 20min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:03 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Shoshong are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during August translates into the following directions:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature?
An average high-temperature, in August, in Shoshong, is 25.4°C (77.7°F) and the average low-temperature is 11.5°C (52.7°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
In August, the average relative humidity is 39%.
What is the driest month?
August is the only month when rain does not fall.
Does it rain in August?
In August, it doesn't rain. July is the latest month when it rains.
What is the average length of the day in August?
The average day length in August in Shoshong is 11h and 20min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:03 CAT.
How long on average sun shines in August?
In Shoshong, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.9h.
When is the lowest UV index?
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in August in Shoshong?
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
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Average visibility
Average temperature in August
Shoshong, Botswana
  • Average high temperature in August: 25.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 11.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.8°C).

Average pressure in August
Shoshong, Botswana
  • Average pressure in August: 1020.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Shoshong, Botswana
  • Average wind speed in August: 13.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (16.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9km/h).

Average humidity in August
Shoshong, Botswana
  • Average humidity in August: 39%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).

Average rainfall in August
Shoshong, Botswana
  • Average rainfall in August: 0mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (85mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Shoshong, Botswana
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Shoshong, Botswana
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Shoshong, Botswana
  • Average sunshine days in August: 30 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (11.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Shoshong, Botswana
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Shoshong, Botswana
  • Average cloud cover in August: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in August
Shoshong, Botswana
  • 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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