August weather forecast
Secunda, South Africa

August

Weather in August

August sees a gradual transition towards warmer weather in Secunda. It is also characterized by the lowest relative humidity of 39%, indicating very dry conditions. Though still in the peak of winter, daylight hours begin to increase. Gusts go as high as 18.1km/h (11.2mph), and wind speeds reach an average of 11.8km/h (7.3mph). Moreover, August continues July’s trend of minimal rainfall, making it ideal for outdoor explorations.

Temperature

The arrival of August in Secunda, South Africa, brings a soft temperature shift, with the average high-temperature nudging from a refreshing 17.5°C (63.5°F) in July to an agreeable 21°C (69.8°F). The nighttime average for Secunda in August plummets considerably from its daytime counterpart, resting at a frosty 7.3°C (45.1°F).

Humidity

In Secunda, South Africa, the average relative humidity in August is 39%.

Rainfall

January through June, August through December are months with rainfall. August is the first month it rains. Throughout August, in the average 1.1 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Secunda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.9 days and collects up to 476mm (18.74") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of August, in Secunda, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 17:50 SAST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

In Secunda, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Secunda?
August temperatures in Secunda vary between a high-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F) and a low-temperature of 7.3°C (45.1°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Secunda?
The average relative humidity in August is 39%.
When does it start to rain in Secunda?
August is the first month it rains. Throughout August, in the average 1.1 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in August in Secunda?
In August, the average day length in Secunda, South Africa, is 11h and 13min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Secunda?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 17:50 SAST.
How long on average sun shines in August in Secunda?
In August, the average sunshine duration in Secunda is 7.4h.
What is the UV index intensity in August in Secunda?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
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Average visibility
Average temperature in August
Secunda, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in August: 21°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (26.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (17.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 7.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (14.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4.5°C).

Average pressure in August
Secunda, South Africa
  • Average pressure in August: 1021.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Secunda, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in August: 11.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (8.9km/h).

Average humidity in August
Secunda, South Africa
  • Average humidity in August: 39%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (36%).

Average rainfall in August
Secunda, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in August: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (109mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Secunda, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in August: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.6 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Secunda, South Africa
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Secunda, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in August: 29.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (7.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Secunda, South Africa
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The month with the highest UV index is November (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in August
Secunda, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in August: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 37).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in August
Secunda, South Africa
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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

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