August weather forecast
South Africa

August in South Africa signals the approach of spring, with temperatures starting to climb gradually. The inland regions, including Johannesburg and Pretoria, witness a slight warming trend with temperatures ranging from 7°C (44.6°F) to 20°C (68°F). The coastal cities of Cape Town and Durban experience a similar trend, with temperatures varying between 9°C (48.2°F) and 21°C (69.8°F).

In terms of rainfall, August maintains the established winter patterns. Johannesburg, located in the Highveld, continues its dry season with minimal rainfall, averaging 10mm (0.39"). In contrast, the Western Cape sees a decrease in precipitation to about 70mm (2.76"), indicating the nearing end of its winter rainfall season.

Comparatively, August offers slightly warmer conditions than July, with an increasing number of sunny days. This warming trend carries into September, heralding the arrival of spring, with temperatures rising further and a marked shift in rainfall patterns. The Western Cape starts to dry out, while other parts of the country begin their transition into the rainy season.

The weather in August provides unique opportunities for outdoor activities. The dry conditions continue to favour wildlife viewing, while the increasing temperatures make it an excellent time for exploring the country's diverse landscapes. In the Western Cape, the gradually improving weather offers a chance to enjoy outdoor pursuits and appreciate the region's natural beauty as it emerges from the winter rains.

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• Johannesburg - August »
  On the first day of August in Johannesburg sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 17:41. In Johannesburg during August, the rain falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.
• Cape Town - August »
  With its average high temperature of 16.6°C (61.9°F) and a low of 10.2°C (50.4°F), August is regarded as the coldest month in Cape Town, South Africa. In Cape Town in August, the average water temperature is 15.3°C (59.5°F).
• Pretoria - August »
  The month with the least sunshine in Pretoria is August, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine. On the first day of August in Pretoria, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:41.
• Durban - August »
  August is the month with the coldest seawater in Durban with an average sea temperature of 21.3°C (70.3°F). In Durban in August, the average water temperature is 21.3°C (70.3°F).
• Port Elizabeth - August »
  August is the month with the coldest seawater in Port Elizabeth, with an average sea temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F). On the first day of August in Port Elizabeth sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 17:39.
• Bloemfontein - August »
  The month with the least rainfall in Bloemfontein is August, when the rain falls for 1.8 days and typically collects 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. August has the least sunshine of the year in Bloemfontein with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.
• Nelspruit - August »
  The months with the lowest humidity in Nelspruit are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 56%. In Nelspruit, South Africa, in August, during 4.5 rainfall days, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Kimberley - August »
  In August, in Kimberley, the rain falls for 1.9 days. In Kimberley the average relative humidity in August is 32%.
• Polokwane - August »
  On the first day of August in Polokwane sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 17:39. As Polokwane transitions from July to August, the average high-temperatures adjust to a pleasant 22.1°C (71.8°F), nearly the same as the previous 19.9°C (67.8°F).
• Pietermaritzburg - August »
  On the first day of August in Pietermaritzburg, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 17:26. In Pietermaritzburg, in August, it is raining for 2 days, with typically 8mm (0.31") of accumulated precipitation.
• East London - August »
  August is the month with the coldest seawater in East London with an average sea temperature of 20.4°C (68.7°F). In East London, South Africa, in August, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 18mm (0.71") of accumulated precipitation.
• Rustenburg - August »
  July and August are months with the least rain in Rustenburg, South Africa, when the rain falls for 1 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain. June and August, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Rustenburg.