August weather forecast
Metolong, Lesotho

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Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is a refreshing month in Metolong, Lesotho, with an average temperature varying between 17.1°C (62.8°F) and 4.2°C (39.6°F).

Temperature

August's arrival coincides with a subtle temperature rise, moving from July's 13.8°C (56.8°F) to a still refreshing 17.1°C (62.8°F). Throughout August nights, Metolong reports a steady thermal contrast from the day, with an average low-temperature of 4.2°C (39.6°F).

Humidity

In Metolong, the average relative humidity in August is 41%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Metolong are July and August Rain falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 7mm (0.28") of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Metolong are June through August. August is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in August, Metolong aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. In Metolong, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.7 days and aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of snow.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of August in Metolong, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:53 SAST.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.4h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Metolong, Lesotho.

UV index

In Metolong, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Metolong?

In August, in Metolong, the average high-temperature is 17.1°C (62.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 4.2°C (39.6°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Metolong?

In Metolong, the average relative humidity in August is 41%.

What is the driest month in Metolong?

July and August are months with the least rain in Metolong, Lesotho, when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of rain.

How much does it rain in Metolong in August?

In Metolong, during August, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Metolong?

August is the last month it regularly snows in Metolong. During 0.3 snowfall days, in August, Metolong aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Metolong have in August?

In August, the average day length in Metolong is 11h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Metolong?

On the first day of August in Metolong, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:53 SAST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Metolong?

The month with the least sunshine in Metolong is August, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Metolong?

In Metolong, Lesotho, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.4h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Metolong?

In Metolong, Lesotho, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Metolong, Lesotho

Average temperature in August - Metolong, 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).

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Average pressure in August
Metolong, Lesotho

Average pressure in August - Metolong, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Metolong, Lesotho

Average wind speed in August - Metolong, 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).

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Average humidity in August
Metolong, Lesotho

Average humidity in August - Metolong, 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%).

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Average rainfall in August
Metolong, Lesotho

Average rainfall in August - Metolong, 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).

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Average rainfall days in August
Metolong, Lesotho

Average rainfall days in August - Metolong, 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).

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Average snowfall in August
Metolong, Lesotho

Average snowfall in August - Metolong, 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).

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Average snowfall days in August
Metolong, Lesotho

Average snowfall days in August - Metolong, 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).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Metolong, Lesotho

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Metolong, Lesotho
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 1min

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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in August
Metolong, Lesotho

Average sunshine days in August - Metolong, 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).

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Average UV index in August
Metolong, Lesotho

Average UV index in August - Metolong, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Metolong, Lesotho

Average cloud cover in August - Metolong, 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).

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Average visibility in August
Metolong, Lesotho

Average visibility in August - Metolong, 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).

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Metolong, Lesotho

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