August weather forecastMorija, Lesotho
August
Weather in August
August brings a rise in average daily temperature from 13.8°C (56.8°F) in July to 17.1°C (62.8°F), signaling the start of spring. The change in season comes with a revival in outdoor activities and colorful flora decorating the city streets. It's also when the city receives the least amount of rainfall, only 7mm (0.28"), generally fostering dry conditions. The lusher green landscapes and clearer skies make it a splendid time for panoramic photography.Temperature
August marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature in Morija, Lesotho, adjusting from July's mild 13.8°C (56.8°F) to a comfortable 17.1°C (62.8°F). Morija's August nights cool down significantly from the day's heat, to an average low-temperature of 4.2°C (39.6°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Morija 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, Morija aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, in Morija, there are 1.7 snowfall days, and 13mm (0.51") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Morija, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 5min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:25 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
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Morija is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Morija, 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
Morija, 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
Morija, 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
Morija, 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
Morija, 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
Morija, 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
Morija, 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
Morija, 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
Morija, 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
Morija, 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
Morija, 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
Morija, 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
Morija, 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).
