August weather forecast
Ratau, Lesotho

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Weather in August

As August rolls in, winter begins to relinquish its grip on the city. A transition towards warmer weather becomes noticeable, and the snowfall drops to 2mm (0.08"). Flowers start blooming and trees begin to flaunt new leaves, painting a colorful picture across the city. While the wind speeds increase a little to 9.1km/h (5.7mph), an unmistakable air of spring fills the city, making it an ideal period for nature lovers.

Temperature

August's arrival signals a modest temperature shift, moving from a mild 13.8°C (56.8°F) in July to a comfortable 17.1°C (62.8°F). In August, the temperature in Ratau registers a significant dip to an average of 4.2°C (39.6°F) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Ratau is 41%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Ratau 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, Ratau aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, in Ratau, Lesotho, there are 1.7 snowfall days, and 13mm (0.51") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:54 SAST.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year in Ratau, Lesotho, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Ratau is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ratau in August?

In August, in Ratau, the average high-temperature is 17.1°C (62.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 4.2°C (39.6°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Ratau?

In Ratau, the average relative humidity in August is 41%.

What is the driest month in Ratau?

The months with the least rainfall are July and August Rain falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 7mm (0.28") of rain.

How many days does it rain in August in Ratau?

In Ratau, in August, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Ratau?

August is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in August, Ratau aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in August in Ratau?

In August, the average day length in Ratau is 11h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Ratau?

On the first day of August in Ratau, sunrise is at 06:52 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 Ratau?

August has the least sunshine of the year in Ratau, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Ratau?

In Ratau, Lesotho, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.4h.

What is the UV index reading in August in Ratau?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Ratau, Lesotho, is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Ratau, Lesotho

Average temperature in August - Ratau, 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).

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Average pressure in August
Ratau, Lesotho

Average pressure in August - Ratau, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Ratau, Lesotho

Average wind speed in August - Ratau, 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).

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Average humidity in August
Ratau, Lesotho

Average humidity in August - Ratau, 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%).

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Average rainfall in August
Ratau, Lesotho

Average rainfall in August - Ratau, 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).

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Average rainfall days in August
Ratau, Lesotho

Average rainfall days in August - Ratau, 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).

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Average snowfall in August
Ratau, Lesotho

Average snowfall in August - Ratau, 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).

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Average snowfall days in August
Ratau, Lesotho

Average snowfall days in August - Ratau, 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).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ratau, Lesotho

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Ratau, 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).

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Average sunshine days in August
Ratau, Lesotho

Average sunshine days in August - Ratau, 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).

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Average UV index in August
Ratau, Lesotho

Average UV index in August - Ratau, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Ratau, Lesotho

Average cloud cover in August - Ratau, 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).

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Average visibility in August
Ratau, Lesotho

Average visibility in August - Ratau, 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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Ratau, Lesotho

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