August weather forecast
Strand, South Africa

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Weather in August

The city of Strand experiences some respite from the cold weather in August. With similar climatic conditions to July, this month continues to bear the typical characteristics of winter. August also marks a gradual increase in daylight hours, indicating the impending arrival of spring. The sea remains quite cold, making it the perfect time for adrenaline-pumping water sports such as cold water swimming and surfing. Moreover, the weather conditions favor indoor activities and a visit to local museums and vineyards.

Temperature

August, with an average high of 15.8°C (60.4°F) and a low of 9.3°C (48.7°F), signifies the coldest month of the year in Strand.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Strand, in August, during 14.6 rainfall days, 76mm (2.99") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 125.4 rainfall days, and 489mm (19.25") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are July through September, with an average sea temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°F).
Note: For the majority, swimming in water with a temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°F) is not enjoyable. The difficulty in managing breathing rises as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Strand, South Africa, is 10h and 53min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:26 SAST.

Sunshine

In Strand, the average sunshine in August is 7.8h.

UV index

May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Strand?

August is the coldest month in Strand, South Africa, exhibiting average temperatures of 15.8°C (60.4°F) at the peak and 9.3°C (48.7°F) at the base.

What is the temperature in August in Strand?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Strand, is 15.8°C (60.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 9.3°C (48.7°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Strand?

In August, the average relative humidity in Strand, South Africa, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Strand in August?

In Strand, South Africa, in August, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 76mm (2.99") of accumulated precipitation.

What months are the sea coldest in Strand?

July through September, with an average sea temperature of 15.3°C (59.5°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Strand, South Africa.

How cold is the water in August in Strand?

In Strand, the average seawater temperature in August is 15.3°C (59.5°F). Swimming in 15.3°C (59.5°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 Strand?

In August, the average day length is 10h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Strand?

On the first day of August in Strand, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:26 SAST.

How long on average sun shines in August in Strand?

In Strand, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Strand?

The months with the lowest UV index in Strand, South Africa, are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Strand?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Strand is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Strand, South Africa

Average temperature in August - Strand, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in August: 15.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (25.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (15.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 9.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (16.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (9.3°C).

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Average pressure in August
Strand, South Africa

Average pressure in August - Strand, South Africa
  • Average pressure in August: 1020.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1013.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Strand, South Africa

Average wind speed in August - Strand, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in August: 15.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (17km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (13.8km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Strand, South Africa

Average humidity in August - Strand, South Africa
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, April and December (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Strand, South Africa

Average rainfall in August - Strand, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in August: 76mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (105mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (10mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Strand, South Africa

Average rainfall days in August - Strand, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in August: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Strand, South Africa

Average sea temperature in August - Strand, South Africa
  • Average sea temperature in August: 15.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is January (19.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August and September (15.3°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Strand, South Africa

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Strand, 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: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Strand, South Africa

Average sunshine days in August - Strand, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in August: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.5 days).

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Average UV index in August
Strand, South Africa

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in August
Strand, South Africa

Average cloud cover in August - Strand, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in August: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 17).

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Average visibility in August
Strand, South Africa

Average visibility in August - Strand, 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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