August weather forecast
Kimberley, South Africa

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Weather in August

August weather in Kimberley experiences slight warming with temperatures beginning to inch higher. Although rainfall is still minimal at 3mm (0.12"), there is a slight increase in comparison to the previous month, signaling the gradual end of the dry season. The UV index and wind speed also experience a rise, indicating more powerful sun and breezy afternoons perfect for kite-flying. Despite being in the tail-end of winter, precautions against harmful UV radiation are recommended.

Temperature

As Kimberley welcomes August, the average high-temperature displays a subtle shift, adjusting from a refreshing 18°C (64.4°F) in July to a pleasant 21.3°C (70.3°F). Kimberley's nights in August are distinguished by a pronounced temperature shift from the day, with an average low of 8.3°C (46.9°F).

Humidity

In Kimberley, South Africa, the average relative humidity in August is 32%.

Rainfall

August and September are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 1.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of rain.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Kimberley is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:06 SAST.

Sunshine

In Kimberley, South Africa, the average sunshine in August is 8.3h.

UV index

In Kimberley, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Kimberley in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Kimberley, is 21.3°C (70.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to 8.3°C (46.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in February is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Kimberley?

The average relative humidity in August in Kimberley, South Africa, is 32%.

What is the driest month in Kimberley?

The months with the least rainfall are August and September Rain falls for 1.9 days and accumulates 3mm (0.12") of rain.

How many days does it rain in August in Kimberley?

In August, in Kimberley, the rain falls for 1.9 days. Throughout August, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in August in Kimberley?

In August, the average day length in Kimberley is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Kimberley?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of the month, in Kimberley, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:06 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in August in Kimberley?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Kimberley, South Africa, is 8.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Kimberley?

In Kimberley, South Africa, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Kimberley, South Africa

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

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (32.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (17.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 8.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (21.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.8°C).

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Average pressure in August
Kimberley, South Africa

Average pressure in August - Kimberley, South Africa
  • Average pressure in August: 1021.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Kimberley, South Africa

Average wind speed in August - Kimberley, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in August: 16.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (18.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (12.3km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Kimberley, South Africa

Average humidity in August - Kimberley, South Africa
  • Average humidity in August: 32%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (44%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (25%).

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Average rainfall in August
Kimberley, South Africa

Average rainfall in August - Kimberley, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in August: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (32mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (3mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Kimberley, South Africa

Average rainfall days in August - Kimberley, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in August: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.4 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Kimberley, South Africa

Average sunshine days in August - Kimberley, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in August: 28.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (15.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Kimberley, South Africa

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

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

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Average cloud cover in August
Kimberley, South Africa

Average cloud cover in August - Kimberley, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in August: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 17).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in August
Kimberley, South Africa

Average visibility in August - Kimberley, 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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Kimberley, South Africa

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