August weather forecastMphoto, Lesotho
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the winter in Mphoto, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 17.1°C (62.8°F) and min 4.2°C (39.6°F).Temperature
With the onset of August, Mphoto's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a refreshing 13.8°C (56.8°F) in July to a comfortable 17.1°C (62.8°F). Mphoto's nights during August are marked by a pronounced drop from daytime temperatures, experiencing an average low of 4.2°C (39.6°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 41%.Rainfall
July and August are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of rain.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Mphoto are June through August. August is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in August, Mphoto aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. In Mphoto, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.7 days and aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 11h and 5min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of August, in Mphoto, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:54 SAST.
Sunshine
August has the least sunshine of the year in Mphoto, Lesotho, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Mphoto, 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
Mphoto, 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
Mphoto, 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
Mphoto, 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
Mphoto, 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
Mphoto, 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
Mphoto, 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
Mphoto, 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
Mphoto, 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
Mphoto, 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
Mphoto, 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
Mphoto, 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
Mphoto, 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).
