August weather forecastMakhalanyane, Lesotho
August
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
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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).
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).
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).
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).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Makhalanyane, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
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).
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).
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).
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).
