August weather forecast
Midrand, South Africa

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is an agreeable month in Midrand, South Africa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 21.1°C (70°F) and an average low of 8.6°C (47.5°F).

Temperature

August's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from a comfortable 17.8°C (64°F) in July to a pleasant 21.1°C (70°F). August nights showcase a dramatic shift from daytime highs to an average temperature of 8.6°C (47.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Midrand, South Africa, is 38%.

Rainfall

In Midrand, in August, during 1.7 rainfall days, 2mm (0.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Midrand, South Africa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.6 days and collects up to 484mm (19.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Midrand, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 14min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:55 SAST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Midrand is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays 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. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Midrand?
Midrand in August has an average high-temperature of 21.1°C (70°F) and an average low-temperature of 8.6°C (47.5°F). In January, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 29°C (84.2°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Midrand?
The average relative humidity in August is 38%.
How much does it rain in Midrand in August?
In Midrand, South Africa, in August, it is raining for 1.7 days, with typically 2mm (0.08") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Midrand have in August?
The average day length in August in Midrand, South Africa, is 11h and 14min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Midrand?
On the first day of August in Midrand, sunrise is at 06:45 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 Midrand?
August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in August in Midrand?
In Midrand, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.4h.
What is the UV index intensity in August in Midrand?
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Midrand is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August - Midrand, South Africa
Average temperature in August
Midrand, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in August: 21.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (27.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (17.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 8.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.2°C).

Average pressure in August - Midrand, South Africa
Average pressure in August
Midrand, 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).

Average wind speed in August - Midrand, South Africa
Average wind speed in August
Midrand, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in August: 10.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.1km/h).

Average humidity in August - Midrand, South Africa
Average humidity in August
Midrand, South Africa
  • Average humidity in August: 38%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (103mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Midrand, South Africa
Average rainfall days in August
Midrand, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in August: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.1 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Midrand, South Africa
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Midrand, 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).

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

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.4 days).

Average UV index in August - Midrand, South Africa
Average UV index in August
Midrand, 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).

Average cloud cover in August - Midrand, South Africa
Average cloud cover in August
Midrand, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in August: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

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

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

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