August weather forecast
Mmakaunyane, South Africa

August

Weather in August

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

Temperature

Mmakaunyane's transition into August is noticed by a slight rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a comfortable 19.9°C (67.8°F) in July to a warm 23.8°C (74.8°F). Mmakaunyane logs a substantial downturn to a frosty 9.9°C (49.8°F) during August nights, a considerable shift from daytime highs.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 37%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Mmakaunyane, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 15min.
On the first day of August in Mmakaunyane, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:56 SAST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Mmakaunyane 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 average daily UV index of 5 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mmakaunyane in August?
In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mmakaunyane are 23.8°C (74.8°F) and 9.9°C (49.8°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in March is appraised at 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Mmakaunyane?
In August, the average relative humidity in Mmakaunyane is 37%.
When does it start raining in Mmakaunyane?
August is the first month it rains in Mmakaunyane, South Africa. Throughout August, in the average 0.8 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in August in Mmakaunyane?
The average day length in August is 11h and 15min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Mmakaunyane?
On the first day of August in Mmakaunyane, South Africa, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 17:56 SAST.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Mmakaunyane?
With an average of 7.5h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Mmakaunyane.
How long on average sun shines in August in Mmakaunyane?
In Mmakaunyane, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.5h.
What is the UV index reading in August in Mmakaunyane?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Mmakaunyane, 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
Mmakaunyane, 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
Mmakaunyane, 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
Mmakaunyane, 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
Mmakaunyane, 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
Mmakaunyane, 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
Mmakaunyane, 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
Mmakaunyane, 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
Mmakaunyane, 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
Mmakaunyane, 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
Mmakaunyane, 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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