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 snowfall in August
- Average snowfall 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
Entering August, Bethlehem notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from July's mild 15.3°C (59.5°F) to an enjoyable 18.3°C (64.9°F). In Bethlehem, following the steep rise of daytime temperatures, an average nighttime low of 4.6°C (40.3°F) is anticipated during August.Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 41%.Rainfall
In Bethlehem, during August, the rain falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.6 rainfall days, and 432mm (17.01") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
August is the only month when snow falls. August is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 0.2 days and accumulates 10mm (0.39") of snow.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 8min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:52 SAST.
Sunshine
April and August, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
In Bethlehem, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
What is the month with the least sunshine?
How many hours of sunshine does Bethlehem have in August?
What is the UV index reading in August?
Average temperature in August
Bethlehem, South Africa
- Average high temperature in August: 18.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (25.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (15°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 4.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (13.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (2.5°C).
Average pressure in August
Bethlehem, South Africa
- 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 (1014.2mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Bethlehem, South Africa
- Average wind speed in August: 10.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.7km/h).
Average humidity in August
Bethlehem, South Africa
- Average humidity in August: 41%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (38%).
Average rainfall in August
Bethlehem, South Africa
- Average rainfall in August: 6mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Bethlehem, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in August: 2.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.7 days).
Average snowfall in August
Bethlehem, South Africa
- Average snowfall in August: 10mm
The month with the highest snowfall is August (10mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Bethlehem, South Africa
- Average snowfall days in August: 0.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, July, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bethlehem, South Africa
- Average daylight in August: 11h and 1min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Bethlehem, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in August: 27.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Bethlehem, South Africa
- Average UV index in August: 4
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Bethlehem, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in August: 7
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 26).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in August
Bethlehem, South Africa
- Average visibility in August: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (9km).
