August weather forecastMohales Hoek, Lesotho
August
Weather in August
August signs the ending phase of the peak winter season in Mohales Hoek, Lesotho. The downslide in high pressure signifies the beginning of a seasonal change. A subtle increase in temperature both during day and night is noticed, bringing back some warmth to the weather scene. A surprisingly high wind gust of 17.5km/h (10.9mph) sweeps across the city, carrying away the last signs of winter. Despite few daylight hours, the sufficient sunshine adds a pleasant charm.Temperature
August introduces a marginal temperature uplift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from July's 14.8°C (58.6°F) to a still refreshing 18.1°C (64.6°F). August nights present a sharp contrast to daytime highs, with average temperatures of 5.1°C (41.2°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 40%.Rainfall
July and August are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.2 days and typically aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of rain.Snowfall
January through May, July through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 11h and 4min.On the first day of August in Mohales Hoek, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:54 SAST.
Sunshine
With an average of 7.4h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Suggestions to resist sunburn are communicated. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Mohales Hoek, Lesotho
- Average high temperature in August: 18.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (14.6°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 5.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (3.2°C).
Average pressure in August
Mohales Hoek, Lesotho
- Average pressure in August: 1021.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1012.9mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Mohales Hoek, Lesotho
- Average wind speed in August: 11.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.1km/h).
Average humidity in August
Mohales Hoek, Lesotho
- Average humidity in August: 40%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and April (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (33%).
Average rainfall in August
Mohales Hoek, Lesotho
- Average rainfall in August: 6mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (69mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (6mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Mohales Hoek, Lesotho
- Average rainfall days in August: 3.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (2.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Mohales Hoek, Lesotho
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is June (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Mohales Hoek, Lesotho
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mohales Hoek, Lesotho
- Average daylight in August: 11h and 6min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Mohales Hoek, Lesotho
- Average sunshine days in August: 27 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Mohales Hoek, 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
Mohales Hoek, Lesotho
- Average cloud cover in August: 8
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in August
Mohales Hoek, 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).
