August weather forecast
Colesberg, South Africa

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is a refreshing month in Colesberg, South Africa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.2°C (64.8°F) and 6.1°C (43°F).

Temperature

As August takes its course, Colesberg's average high-temperature registers at an enjoyable 18.2°C (64.8°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Colesberg registers a marked temperature plunge to a chilly 6.1°C (43°F) during the cool August nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Colesberg is 37%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Colesberg, South Africa, is August, when the rain falls for 2.1 days and typically collects 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Colesberg are July and August. The months with the most snowfall days in Colesberg, South Africa, are July and August, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.

Daylight

In Colesberg, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:03 SAST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during August translates into the following guidance:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Colesberg?
In August, in Colesberg, the average high-temperature is 18.2°C (64.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 6.1°C (43°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Colesberg?
The average relative humidity in August in Colesberg, South Africa, is 37%.
What is the driest month in Colesberg?
The month with the least rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 2.1 days and typically collects 3mm (0.12") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Colesberg in August?
In August, the rain falls for 2.1 days. Throughout August, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the snowiest month in Colesberg?
The months with the most snowfall days in Colesberg, South Africa, are July and August, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.
What is the last month it snows in Colesberg?
August is the last month it regularly snows. Throughout August, there are 0.1 snowfall days.
What is the average length of the day in August in Colesberg?
In Colesberg, South Africa, the average day length in August is 11h and 2min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Colesberg?
On the first day of August in Colesberg, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:03 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Colesberg have in August?
In Colesberg, South Africa, the average sunshine duration in August is 8.3h.
What is the UV index intensity in August in Colesberg?
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Colesberg, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in August: 18.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (31.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (15.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 6.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (19.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4.9°C).

Average pressure in August
Colesberg, South Africa
  • Average pressure in August: 1021mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Colesberg, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in August: 15.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (19km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (13.1km/h).

Average humidity in August
Colesberg, South Africa
  • Average humidity in August: 37%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (50%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (29%).

Average rainfall in August
Colesberg, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in August: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (32mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (3mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Colesberg, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in August: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (9.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.1 days).

Average snowfall days in August
Colesberg, South Africa
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are July and August (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Colesberg, South Africa
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Colesberg, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in August: 28.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (16.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Colesberg, South Africa
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in August
Colesberg, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in August: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 15).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in August
Colesberg, 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).

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