August weather forecast
Port Elizabeth, South Africa

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Weather in August

August ushers in a transition from winter to spring in Port Elizabeth. With moderate climbing temperatures, ranging from 13.3°C (55.9°F) to 19.8°C (67.6°F), it displays the first hints of the incoming spring. Although the sea temperature is at its annual low, daylight time starts to increase, reaching 10.9h. The rainfall lessens and is evenly distributed over 9.8 days, making weather conditions moderate and manageable. As typical of spring, wind speeds start to rise, reaching an average of 18.7km/h (11.6mph).

Temperature

Stepping into August, Port Elizabeth records an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 19.8°C (67.6°F), almost consistent with July. August nights in Port Elizabeth are marked by an average low-temperature of 13.3°C (55.9°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 66%.

Rainfall

In August, in Port Elizabeth, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout August, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated. In Port Elizabeth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.6 days and collects up to 314mm (12.36") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

August is the month with the coldest seawater in Port Elizabeth, with an average sea temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F).
Note: For most people, a water temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F) is not conducive to enjoyable swimming. Breathing control becomes harder as the water temperature dips below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In Port Elizabeth, the average length of the day in August is 10h and 55min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 17:59 SAST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Port Elizabeth.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Port Elizabeth are March through November, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during August leads to these advisories:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Port Elizabeth in August?

In August, in Port Elizabeth, the average high-temperature is 19.8°C (67.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 13.3°C (55.9°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Port Elizabeth?

In August, the average relative humidity in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, is 66%.

How many days does it rain in August in Port Elizabeth?

In August, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout August, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

What month is the sea coldest in Port Elizabeth?

August is the month with the coldest seawater in Port Elizabeth, with an average sea temperature of 18.5°C (65.3°F).

What is the sea temperature in August in Port Elizabeth?

In August, the average sea temperature is 18.5°C (65.3°F). Swimming in 18.5°C (65.3°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the average length of the day in August in Port Elizabeth?

The average day length in August in Port Elizabeth is 10h and 55min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Port Elizabeth?

On the first day of August in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 17:59 SAST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Port Elizabeth?

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in August in Port Elizabeth?

In Port Elizabeth, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Port Elizabeth?

March through November, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Port Elizabeth, South Africa.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Port Elizabeth?

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

Average temperature in August
Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Average temperature in August - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in August: 19.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 13.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (19.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (13.3°C).

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Average pressure in August
Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Average pressure in August - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average pressure in August: 1019.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Average wind speed in August - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in August: 18.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (20.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (16.4km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Average humidity in August - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average humidity in August: 66%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (62%).

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Average rainfall in August
Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Average rainfall in August - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in August: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (33mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (21mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Average rainfall days in August - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in August: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (7.8 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Average sea temperature in August - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average sea temperature in August: 18.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (22.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (18.5°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average daylight in August: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Average sunshine days in August - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in August: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

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Average UV index in August
Port Elizabeth, South Africa

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in August
Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Average cloud cover in August - Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in August: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 22).

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Average visibility in August
Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Average visibility in August - Port Elizabeth, 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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