August weather forecastMetolong, Lesotho
August
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
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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).
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).
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).
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).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Metolong, 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
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).
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).
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).
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).
