August weather forecast
Herschel, South Africa

englishespañol中文
Share

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is a refreshing month in Herschel, South Africa, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17.3°C (63.1°F) and 4.8°C (40.6°F).

Temperature

Herschel's average high-temperature in August is an enjoyable 17.3°C (63.1°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 14.4°C (57.9°F) of July. Herschel records a significant temperature drop in August nights, lowering to an average of 4.8°C (40.6°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 41%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the least rainfall in Herschel, South Africa. Rain falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, August through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Herschel, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 2min.
On the first day of August in Herschel, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 17:55 SAST.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year in Herschel, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Herschel is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jan 25, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Herschel?

The high-temperature during August is 17.3°C (63.1°F) and the low-temperature is 4.8°C (40.6°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 28°C (82.4°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Herschel?

The average relative humidity in August is 41%.

What is the driest month in Herschel?

August is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.1 days and accumulates 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Herschel?

In Herschel, South Africa, during August, the rain falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Herschel?

In Herschel, snow does not fall in January through May, August through December.

Does it snow in Herschel in August?

In August, in Herschel, South Africa, it doesn't snow. July is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Herschel have in August?

The average day length in August is 11h and 2min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Herschel?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, in Herschel, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 17:55 SAST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Herschel?

With an average of 7.3h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Herschel, South Africa.

How many hours of sunshine does Herschel have in August?

In Herschel, South Africa, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Herschel?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Herschel, South Africa, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover

Average temperature in August
Herschel, South Africa

Average temperature in August - Herschel, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in August: 17.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (14.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 4.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (2.8°C).

Average pressure in August
Herschel, South Africa

Average pressure in August - Herschel, South Africa
  • Average pressure in August: 1021.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Herschel, South Africa

Average wind speed in August - Herschel, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in August: 13.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (15.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in August
Herschel, South Africa

Average humidity in August - Herschel, South Africa
  • Average humidity in August: 41%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

Average rainfall in August
Herschel, South Africa

Average rainfall in August - Herschel, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in August: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (7mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Herschel, South Africa

Average rainfall days in August - Herschel, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in August: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (10 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Herschel, South Africa

Average snowfall in August - Herschel, South Africa
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is June (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Herschel, South Africa

Average snowfall days in August - Herschel, South Africa
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Herschel, South Africa

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Herschel, 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: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are January, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Herschel, South Africa

Average sunshine days in August - Herschel, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in August: 25.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Herschel, South Africa

Average UV index in August - Herschel, South Africa
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Herschel, South Africa

Average cloud cover in August - Herschel, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in August: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 17).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in August
Herschel, South Africa

Average visibility in August - Herschel, 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).

Herschel, South Africa

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location