August weather forecastBokong, Lesotho
August
Weather in August
As August arrives, Bokong gradually bids farewell to winter, with the climatic conditions in the city beginning to transform. The city records a rise in the lowest average temperature to 1.2°C (34.2°F) from previous month’s -1.4°C (29.5°F), hinting the retreat of the chilling cold. The fall in snowfall is matched with an increase in rainfall, suggesting a shift in the precipitating weather conditions. The city basks in extended hours of sunshine, giving a pleasant and brighter ambience. Wind gust speeds continue to fall, providing a more relaxed outdoor experience.Temperature
The start of August sees the average high-temperature at a still fresh 12.8°C (55°F), showing little difference from July's 10.2°C (50.4°F). August's nights observe an average temperature of 1.2°C (34.2°F).Humidity
In Bokong, the average relative humidity in August is 44%.Rainfall
In Bokong, in August, it is raining for 1.8 days, with typically 8mm (0.31") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.7 rainfall days, and 641mm (25.24") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through November are months with snowfall. In August, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout August, 34mm (1.34") of snow is accumulated. In Bokong, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.5 days and aggregates up to 205mm (8.07") of snow.Daylight
In Bokong, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 6min.On the first day of August in Bokong, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:51 SAST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 7.4h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through March, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 4 during August translates into the following guidance:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Bokong, Lesotho
- Average high temperature in August: 12.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (19.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.2°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 1.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (9.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-1.4°C).
Average pressure in August
Bokong, Lesotho
- Average pressure in August: 1021.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1014.8mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Bokong, Lesotho
- Average wind speed in August: 9.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (10.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.2km/h).
Average humidity in August
Bokong, Lesotho
- Average humidity in August: 44%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (42%).
Average rainfall in August
Bokong, Lesotho
- Average rainfall in August: 8mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (131mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Bokong, Lesotho
- Average rainfall days in August: 1.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Bokong, Lesotho
- Average snowfall in August: 34mm
The month with the highest snowfall is April (45mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Bokong, Lesotho
- Average snowfall days in August: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bokong, Lesotho
- Average daylight in August: 11h and 6min
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 24min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Bokong, Lesotho
- Average sunshine days in August: 27.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (3.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Bokong, Lesotho
- Average UV index in August: 4
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, August, October, November and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and July (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in August
Bokong, Lesotho
- Average cloud cover in August: 8
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in August
Bokong, Lesotho
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (9km).
