August weather forecast
Qiloane, Lesotho

August

Weather in August

August in Qiloane marks the departure of the winter chill, making room for warmer climes. The increase in temperature is a welcome respite. Concurrently, a slight increase in rainfall to 7mm (0.28") announces the eventual return of the greenery. Nature's transformation gains momentum, but this time, heralding the arrival of spring. Additionally, extended daylight hours of 11.1 further elevates the pleasant ambiance.

Temperature

August signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from 13.8°C (56.8°F) in July to a still refreshing 17.1°C (62.8°F). With a significant temperature contrast, nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 4.2°C (39.6°F) in August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Qiloane 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 in Qiloane are June through August. August is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in August, Qiloane 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 Qiloane, Lesotho, is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:54 SAST.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.4h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Qiloane.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Qiloane in August?
The average high-temperature, in August, in Qiloane, is 17.1°C (62.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 4.2°C (39.6°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Qiloane?
The average relative humidity in August in Qiloane, Lesotho, is 41%.
What is the driest month in Qiloane?
July and August are months with the least rain in Qiloane when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of rain.
How many days does it rain in August in Qiloane?
In August, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout August, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the last month it snows in Qiloane?
August is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in August, Qiloane aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in August in Qiloane?
In Qiloane, Lesotho, the average day length in August is 11h and 6min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Qiloane?
On the first day of August in Qiloane, Lesotho, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:54 SAST.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Qiloane?
August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in August in Qiloane?
The average sunshine duration in August in Qiloane, Lesotho, is 7.4h.
What is the UV index intensity in August in Qiloane?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Qiloane, Lesotho, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in August
Qiloane, 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
Qiloane, 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
Qiloane, 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
Qiloane, 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
Qiloane, 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
Qiloane, 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
Qiloane, 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
Qiloane, 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
Qiloane, Lesotho
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 1min

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 2min

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
Qiloane, 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
Qiloane, 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
Qiloane, 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
Qiloane, 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).

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