August weather forecastSeforong, Lesotho
August
Weather in August
In August, Seforong, Lesotho, begins its transition from harsh winters to mild spring weather. The city continues to experience the cold, but an increase in average temperature begins to hint towards the approaching mild climate. The reduction in snowfall occurrence validates this transition. However, rare showers from above continue to be a part of Seforong's weather, albeit in smaller quantities. Although the winds maintain a steady pace, an increase in daylight durations starts to restore balance in the weather.Temperature
Seforong's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of August, moving from a moderate 13.8°C (56.8°F) in July to a still refreshing 17.1°C (62.8°F). Nighttime in August brings a stark departure from the daily high, resting at an average low-temperature of 4.2°C (39.6°F).Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Seforong is 41%.Rainfall
July and August are months with the least rain in Seforong when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 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, Seforong aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, in Seforong, there are 1.7 snowfall days, and 13mm (0.51") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 11h and 4min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 17:51 SAST.
Sunshine
With an average of 7.4h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Seforong, 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
Seforong, 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
Seforong, 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
Seforong, 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
Seforong, 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
Seforong, 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
Seforong, 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
Seforong, 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
Seforong, 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 12min).
- 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
Seforong, 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
Seforong, 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
Seforong, 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
Seforong, 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).
