Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
August
Weather in August
Temperature
As Alexandra transitions into August, the average high-temperature is observed to slightly rise from a refreshing 17.8°C (64°F) in July to a pleasant 21.3°C (70.3°F). Alexandra's daily high temperature significantly diverges from the consistently recorded temperature low averaging a frosty 8.7°C (47.7°F) in August.Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Alexandra is 37%.Rainfall
In Alexandra, South Africa, in August, it is raining for 1.8 days, with typically 2mm (0.08") of accumulated precipitation. In Alexandra, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.3 days and collects up to 457mm (17.99") of precipitation.Daylight
In Alexandra, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 14min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of August, in Alexandra, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:55 SAST.
Sunshine
With an average of 7.4h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Alexandra.UV index
In Alexandra, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Alexandra in August?
What is the average humidity in August in Alexandra?
How many days does it rain in August in Alexandra?
How many hours of daylight does Alexandra have in August?
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Alexandra?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Alexandra?
How many hours of sunshine does Alexandra have in August?
What is the UV index reading in August in Alexandra?
Average temperature in August
Alexandra, South Africa
- Average high temperature in August: 21.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (17.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 8.7°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.2°C).
Average pressure in August
Alexandra, South Africa
- Average pressure in August: 1021.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.2mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Alexandra, South Africa
- Average wind speed in August: 10.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Alexandra, South Africa
- Average humidity in August: 37%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).
Average rainfall in August
Alexandra, South Africa
- Average rainfall in August: 2mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Alexandra, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in August: 1.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.5 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Alexandra, South Africa
- Average daylight in August: 11h and 1min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Alexandra, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in August: 28.8 days
The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (28.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and December (6.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Alexandra, South Africa
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
Alexandra, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in August: 5
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in August
Alexandra, South Africa
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (9km).
