August weather forecastBloemfontein, South Africa
August
Weather in August
Bloemfontein begins to thaw in August, with warmer temperatures hinting at the departure of winter. The increase in temperatures from July to August signifies the brink of spring. In terms of temperature, Bloemfontein welcomes Spring with mild weather, almost reminiscent of autumn. The average high around 19.9°C (67.8°F) is a demonstrable leap from July's slightly cooler averages. A marked decrease in relative humidity from 47% in July to 38% in August signifies drier conditions.Temperature
In Bloemfontein, stepping into August brings a gentle temperature nudge, moving slightly up from July's comfortable 16.5°C (61.7°F) to a still enjoyable 19.9°C (67.8°F). The temperature in Bloemfontein notes a substantial fall from the daily peak to an average of 5.9°C (42.6°F) during August nights.Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 38%.Rainfall
August is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 1.8 days and accumulates 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, August through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Bloemfontein, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 7min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 17:44. On the last day of August, in Bloemfontein, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:00 SAST.
Sunshine
August has the least sunshine of the year in Bloemfontein, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.UV index
In Bloemfontein, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Bloemfontein, South Africa
- Average high temperature in August: 19.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (30.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (16.2°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 5.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (18.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4.3°C).
Average pressure in August
Bloemfontein, South Africa
- Average pressure in August: 1021.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1011.9mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Bloemfontein, South Africa
- Average wind speed in August: 13.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (16km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9.6km/h).
Average humidity in August
Bloemfontein, South Africa
- Average humidity in August: 38%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (51%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).
Average rainfall in August
Bloemfontein, South Africa
- Average rainfall in August: 3mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (3mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Bloemfontein, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in August: 1.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.8 days).
Average snowfall days in August
Bloemfontein, South Africa
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bloemfontein, South Africa
- 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 months with the most sunshine are October and November (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Bloemfontein, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in August: 28.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Bloemfontein, South Africa
- Average UV index in August: 5
The month with the highest UV index is December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
Bloemfontein, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in August: 7
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 18).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 7).
Average visibility in August
Bloemfontein, South Africa
- 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).
