August weather forecast
Houghton Estate, South Africa

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Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is a pleasant month in Houghton Estate, South Africa, with temperature in the range of an average low of 8.7°C (47.7°F) and an average high of 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Temperature

August's arrival brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from an enjoyable 17.8°C (64°F) in July to a pleasant 21.3°C (70.3°F). A considerable shift from the daytime highs is observed in Houghton Estate during August nights, with an average low of 8.7°C (47.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Houghton Estate is 37%.

Rainfall

In Houghton Estate, during August, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. In Houghton Estate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.3 days and collects up to 457mm (17.99") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of August, in Houghton Estate, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:55 SAST.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.4h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Houghton Estate.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Houghton Estate?

The high-temperature, in August, in Houghton Estate, records 21.3°C (70.3°F), while the low-temperature is 8.7°C (47.7°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Houghton Estate?

In Houghton Estate, the average relative humidity in August is 37%.

How much does it rain in Houghton Estate in August?

In Houghton Estate, South Africa, in August, it is raining for 1.8 days, with typically 2mm (0.08") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Houghton Estate have in August?

In August, the average day length is 11h and 13min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Houghton Estate?

On the first day of August in Houghton Estate, South Africa, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:55 SAST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Houghton Estate?

August has the least sunshine of the year in Houghton Estate, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Houghton Estate?

In Houghton Estate, South Africa, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.4h.

How high is the UV index in August in Houghton Estate?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Houghton Estate, South Africa

Average temperature in August - Houghton Estate, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in August: 21.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (17.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 8.7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.2°C).

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Average pressure in August
Houghton Estate, South Africa

Average pressure in August - Houghton Estate, South Africa
  • Average pressure in August: 1021.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Houghton Estate, South Africa

Average wind speed in August - Houghton Estate, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in August: 10.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.9km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Houghton Estate, South Africa

Average humidity in August - Houghton Estate, South Africa
  • Average humidity in August: 37%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (64%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

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Average rainfall in August
Houghton Estate, South Africa

Average rainfall in August - Houghton Estate, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in August: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Houghton Estate, South Africa

Average rainfall days in August - Houghton Estate, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in August: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.5 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Houghton Estate, South Africa

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Houghton Estate, South Africa
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Houghton Estate, South Africa

Average sunshine days in August - Houghton Estate, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in August: 28.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (28.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January and December (6.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Houghton Estate, South Africa

Average UV index in August - Houghton Estate, South Africa
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in August
Houghton Estate, South Africa

Average cloud cover in August - Houghton Estate, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in August: 5

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

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Average visibility in August
Houghton Estate, South Africa

Average visibility in August - Houghton Estate, South Africa
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (9km).

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