August weather forecast
Sterkstroom, South Africa

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the winter in Sterkstroom, is an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 17.3°C (63.1°F) and an average low of 4.8°C (40.6°F).

Temperature

August's arrival registers an average high-temperature of an enjoyable 17.3°C (63.1°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. Sterkstroom demonstrates a significant disparity from daytime highs throughout the month of August, with an average nighttime temperature of 4.8°C (40.6°F).

Humidity

In Sterkstroom, the average relative humidity in August is 41%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 4.1 days and typically collects 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Sterkstroom, snow does not fall in January through May, August through December.

Daylight

In Sterkstroom, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of August, in Sterkstroom, South Africa, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 17:57 SAST.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year in Sterkstroom, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine.

UV index

In Sterkstroom, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Sterkstroom?
In Sterkstroom, in August, the average high-temperature is 17.3°C (63.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 4.8°C (40.6°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 28°C (82.4°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Sterkstroom?
In August, the average relative humidity is 41%.
What is the driest month in Sterkstroom?
The month with the least rainfall in Sterkstroom is August, when the rain falls for 4.1 days and typically collects 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Sterkstroom in August?
In Sterkstroom, in August, during 4.1 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When it does not snow in Sterkstroom?
January through May, August through December are months without snowfall.
Does it snow in Sterkstroom in August?
In August, in Sterkstroom, South Africa, it doesn't snow. July is the latest month when it typically snows.
What is the average length of the day in August in Sterkstroom?
In Sterkstroom, the average day length in August is 11h and 0min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Sterkstroom?
On the first day of August in Sterkstroom, South Africa, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 17:57 SAST.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Sterkstroom?
August has the least sunshine of the year in Sterkstroom, South Africa, with an average of 7.3h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in August in Sterkstroom?
In Sterkstroom, South Africa, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.3h.
What is the UV index intensity in August in Sterkstroom?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Sterkstroom is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average wind speed
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Average temperature in August - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average temperature in August
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in August: 17.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (14.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 4.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (2.8°C).

Average pressure in August - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average pressure in August
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average pressure in August: 1021.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average wind speed in August
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in August: 13.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (15.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in August - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average humidity in August
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average humidity in August: 41%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).

Average rainfall in August - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average rainfall in August
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in August: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (7mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average rainfall days in August
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in August: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (10 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.1 days).

Average snowfall in August - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average snowfall in August
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is June (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average snowfall days in August
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are January, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average sunshine days in August
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in August: 25.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (17.2 days).

Average UV index in August - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average UV index in August
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August - Sterkstroom, South Africa
Average cloud cover in August
Sterkstroom, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in August: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 17).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 9).

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