August weather forecastThaba Bosigo, Lesotho
August
Weather in August
Moving into August, Thaba Bosigo experiences a slight lift in temperatures in comparison to July. The weather remains winter-biased, but noteworthy is the reduction in snowfall. The amount of rainfall remains consistently low, extending the dry pattern from May. Sunshine and daylight hours start to increase, hinting at the upcoming change of seasons. August, thus, offers a transition period between the harsh winter and the approaching spring in Thaba Bosigo.Temperature
In Thaba Bosigo, the average high-temperature in August slightly increases from a moderate 13.8°C (56.8°F) in July to a still refreshing 17.1°C (62.8°F). Despite a noticeable differential from daytime highs, Thaba Bosigo notes an average nighttime low-temperature of 4.2°C (39.6°F) in August.Humidity
In Thaba Bosigo, Lesotho, the average relative humidity in August is 41%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall in Thaba Bosigo are July and August Rain falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 7mm (0.28") of rain.Snowfall
June through August are months with snowfall in Thaba Bosigo. August is the last month it regularly snows in Thaba Bosigo. During 0.3 snowfall days, in August, Thaba Bosigo 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 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, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:54 SAST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in Thaba Bosigo is August, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.UV index
In Thaba Bosigo, 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 average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Thaba Bosigo, 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
Thaba Bosigo, 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
Thaba Bosigo, 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
Thaba Bosigo, 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
Thaba Bosigo, 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
Thaba Bosigo, 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
Thaba Bosigo, 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
Thaba Bosigo, 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
Thaba Bosigo, 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
Thaba Bosigo, 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
Thaba Bosigo, 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
Thaba Bosigo, 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
Thaba Bosigo, 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).
