August weather forecastDespatch, South Africa
August
Weather in August
The last month of the winter, August, is also an enjoyable month in Despatch, South Africa, with an average temperature varying between 11.9°C (53.4°F) and 19.8°C (67.6°F).Temperature
The shift into August finds Despatch at an average high-temperature of a still enjoyable 19.8°C (67.6°F), closely comparable to July's conditions. The temperature in Despatch dips to an average of 11.9°C (53.4°F) during August nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Despatch is 65%.Rainfall
August is the month with the least rainfall in Despatch. Rain falls for 7.9 days and accumulates 16mm (0.63") of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Despatch is 10h and 54min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of August, in Despatch, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 17:59 SAST.
Sunshine
With an average of 6.6h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Despatch are March through November, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 5 in August translates into this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Despatch, South Africa
- Average high temperature in August: 19.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (26.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.7°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 11.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (18.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.7°C).
Average pressure in August
Despatch, South Africa
- Average pressure in August: 1019.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.5mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Despatch, South Africa
- Average wind speed in August: 15.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (17.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (13.8km/h).
Average humidity in August
Despatch, South Africa
- Average humidity in August: 65%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (61%).
Average rainfall in August
Despatch, South Africa
- Average rainfall in August: 16mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are March and October (30mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (16mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Despatch, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in August: 7.9 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are October and December (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (7.8 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Despatch, South Africa
- Average daylight in August: 10h and 54min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 6h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Despatch, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in August: 20.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Despatch, South Africa
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Despatch, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in August: 24
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in August
Despatch, 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).
