August weather forecastMaputsoe, Lesotho
August
Weather in August
August brings a hint of an incoming change with a slight increase in temperature to an average high of 17.1°C (62.8°F). Though it continues to stay cool the increase in temperature heralds the upcoming warmer months. Brightness returns gradually with an increase in daylight hours, while the UV index starts its ascent as well. The prevailing cold winds persist, maintaining the coolness of the early mornings and nights. By the end of August, the effects of winter starts to fade away, paving the path for the transition to spring.Temperature
The start of August in Maputsoe, Lesotho, signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 13.8°C (56.8°F) in July to a comfortable 17.1°C (62.8°F). The anticipated average low-temperature for August, a wintry 4.2°C (39.6°F), shows a substantial deviation from the daytime maximums.Humidity
In Maputsoe, the average relative humidity in August is 41%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall in Maputsoe are July and August Rain falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 7mm (0.28") of rain.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are June through August. August is the last month it regularly snows in Maputsoe, Lesotho. During 0.3 snowfall days, in August, Maputsoe aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. In Maputsoe, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.7 days and aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of snow.Daylight
In Maputsoe, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 7min.On the first day of August in Maputsoe, Lesotho, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:53 SAST.
Sunshine
With an average of 7.4h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
In Maputsoe, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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
Maputsoe, 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).
