August weather forecast
Ladysmith, South Africa

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Weather in August

August signifies the gradual march toward spring in Ladysmith. The daytime temperatures start to climb, indicating an end to the winter chill. The return of rains, albeit in moderation, heralds greener days ahead. The spike in windspeed, reaching 7.9km/h (4.9mph), signals a shift in climatic conditions. Overall, the month ushers Ladysmith into a transition from the cold, dry winter to the incoming humid spring.

Temperature

August's beginning signals an average high-temperature of a pleasant 22.8°C (73°F), barely different from July's 19.9°C (67.8°F). Against the backdrop of high daytime temperatures, an average low-temperature of 8.8°C (47.8°F) is noted during August nights in Ladysmith.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Ladysmith are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 45%.

Rainfall

In Ladysmith, South Africa, in August, during 5.2 rainfall days, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.6 rainfall days, and 523mm (20.59") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ladysmith, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 17:30. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:46 SAST.

Sunshine

In Ladysmith, the average sunshine in August is 7.4h.

UV index

In Ladysmith, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during August leads to these advisories:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Ladysmith in August?

The high-temperature in Ladysmith, South Africa, during August is 22.8°C (73°F) and the low-temperature is 8.8°C (47.8°F). In March, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).

What are the least humid months in Ladysmith?

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 45%, are the least humid months in Ladysmith, South Africa.

What is the average humidity in August in Ladysmith?

In August, the average relative humidity in Ladysmith, South Africa, is 45%.

How much does it rain in Ladysmith in August?

In Ladysmith, South Africa, in August, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation.

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

In Ladysmith, South Africa, the average day length in August is 11h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Ladysmith?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 17:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:46 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ladysmith have in August?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Ladysmith?

In Ladysmith, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Ladysmith, South Africa

Average temperature in August - Ladysmith, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in August: 22.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (19.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 8.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.2°C).

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Average pressure in August
Ladysmith, South Africa

Average pressure in August - Ladysmith, South Africa
  • Average pressure in August: 1021.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1014.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Ladysmith, South Africa

Average wind speed in August - Ladysmith, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.9km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are October and November (8.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (6km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Ladysmith, South Africa

Average humidity in August - Ladysmith, South Africa
  • Average humidity in August: 45%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (45%).

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Average rainfall in August
Ladysmith, South Africa

Average rainfall in August - Ladysmith, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in August: 13mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (99mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (4mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Ladysmith, South Africa

Average rainfall days in August - Ladysmith, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in August: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Ladysmith, 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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Ladysmith, South Africa

Average sunshine days in August - Ladysmith, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in August: 23.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.1 days).

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Average UV index in August
Ladysmith, South Africa

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, 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
Ladysmith, South Africa

Average cloud cover in August - Ladysmith, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in August: 12

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 9).

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Average visibility in August
Ladysmith, South Africa

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (8km).

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