August weather forecast
Mathibestad, South Africa

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Mathibestad, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 9.9°C (49.8°F) and 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Temperature

Entering August, Mathibestad notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from July's refreshing 19.9°C (67.8°F) to a warm 23.8°C (74.8°F). Mathibestad registers a pronounced decline from daytime peak temperatures, averaging a chilly 9.9°C (49.8°F) lows in August.

Humidity

In Mathibestad, South Africa, the average relative humidity in August is 37%.

Rainfall

January through June, August through December are months with rainfall. August is the first month it rains. Throughout August, in the average 0.8 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Mathibestad, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.5 days and collects up to 331mm (13.03") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 16min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:55 SAST.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Mathibestad is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures?
In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 23.8°C (74.8°F) and 9.9°C (49.8°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in March is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
In August, the average relative humidity is 37%.
When does it start to rain?
August is the first month it rains. Throughout August, in the average 0.8 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Mathibestad have in August?
In August, the average day length is 11h and 16min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:55 SAST.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in August?
The average sunshine duration in August is 7.5h.
What is the UV index reading in August?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August - Mathibestad, South Africa
Average temperature in August
Mathibestad, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in August: 23.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (30.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (19.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 9.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (19°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7.3°C).

Average pressure in August - Mathibestad, South Africa
Average pressure in August
Mathibestad, South Africa
  • Average pressure in August: 1021.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Mathibestad, South Africa
Average wind speed in August
Mathibestad, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.6km/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 (7.3km/h).

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (34%).

Average rainfall in August - Mathibestad, South Africa
Average rainfall in August
Mathibestad, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in August: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Mathibestad, South Africa
Average rainfall days in August
Mathibestad, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in August: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (17.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0.8 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Mathibestad, South Africa
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mathibestad, South Africa
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 2min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August - Mathibestad, South Africa
Average sunshine days in August
Mathibestad, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in August: 29.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9.9 days).

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

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 25).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in August - Mathibestad, South Africa
Average visibility in August
Mathibestad, 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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