August weather forecastNyakosoba, Lesotho
August
Weather in August
August marks a transition towards slightly warmer days with temperatures rising to 17.1°C (62.8°F). The retreat of harsh winter conditions and a dip in snowfall makes way for the coming spring days. The city's snowfall plunges to a 2mm (0.08") indicating a clear shift in weather dynamics as the region prepares for the end of winter. The amount of daily sunshine remains relatively constant, but early signs of spring start to be felt. Wind speeds pick up slightly, adding a brisk stir to the atmosphere.Temperature
August witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 13.8°C (56.8°F) in July to a comfortable 17.1°C (62.8°F). Nyakosoba in August observes a substantial swing from the daily highs, with average nighttime temperatures of 4.2°C (39.6°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Nyakosoba 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
Months with snowfall are June through August. August is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in August, Nyakosoba aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.7 snowfall days, and 13mm (0.51") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Nyakosoba is 11h and 5min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of August, in Nyakosoba, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:53 SAST.
Sunshine
August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.UV index
In Nyakosoba, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 4 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - A duty to shield skin and eyes from injury exists. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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
Nyakosoba, 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).
