August weather forecast
Struisbaai, South Africa

August

Weather in August

In Struisbaai, August provides a first taste of the impending spring. Contrastingly, this period involves marginally less rainfall and slightly warmer temperatures than July. As September arrives, the weather becomes warmer and rainfall declines, marking the transition from winter to spring. Although slight fluctuations occur in the sea temperature, it remains too cold for swimming at 14.6°C (58.3°F).

Temperature

August, having an average high-temperature of 16.1°C (61°F) and an average low-temperature of 12°C (53.6°F), is the coldest month.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Struisbaai is 75%.

Rainfall

In Struisbaai, during August, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.7 rainfall days, and 308mm (12.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The month with the coldest seawater is August, with an average sea temperature of 14.6°C (58.3°F).
Note: Engaging in a swim in 14.6°C (58.3°F) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 10°C (50°F) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 10h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:20 SAST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Struisbaai, South Africa, is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in August leads to these guidelines:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Struisbaai?
August proves to be the coldest month in Struisbaai, recording an average maximum temperature of 16.1°C (61°F) and a minimum temperature of 12°C (53.6°F).
What is the usual temperature for Struisbaai in August?
The high-temperature, in August, in Struisbaai, records 16.1°C (61°F), while the low-temperature is 12°C (53.6°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Struisbaai?
In Struisbaai, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.
How much does it rain in Struisbaai in August?
In Struisbaai, in August, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 43mm (1.69") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the month with the coldest sea water in Struisbaai?
With an average sea temperature of 14.6°C (58.3°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater in Struisbaai.
What is the water temperature in August in Struisbaai?
In Struisbaai, South Africa, the average seawater temperature in August is 14.6°C (58.3°F). Swimming in 14.6°C (58.3°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
How many hours of daylight does Struisbaai have in August?
In August, the average day length in Struisbaai is 10h and 52min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Struisbaai?
On the first day of August in Struisbaai, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:20 SAST.
How long on average sun shines in August in Struisbaai?
In Struisbaai, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.8h.
When is the lowest UV index in Struisbaai?
The months with the lowest UV index in Struisbaai are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4.
What is the UV index intensity in August in Struisbaai?
In Struisbaai, South Africa, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August - Struisbaai, South Africa
Average temperature in August
Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in August: 16.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (16.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 12°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (19.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (12°C).

Average pressure in August - Struisbaai, South Africa
Average pressure in August
Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average pressure in August: 1019.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1014mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Struisbaai, South Africa
Average wind speed in August
Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in August: 23km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (24.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (20.7km/h).

Average humidity in August - Struisbaai, South Africa
Average humidity in August
Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (73%).

Average rainfall in August - Struisbaai, South Africa
Average rainfall in August
Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in August: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (11mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Struisbaai, South Africa
Average rainfall days in August
Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.6 days).

Average sea temperature in August - Struisbaai, South Africa
Average sea temperature in August
Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average sea temperature in August: 14.6°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are January and February (21.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (14.6°C).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Struisbaai, South Africa
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Struisbaai, 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 November (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August - Struisbaai, South Africa
Average sunshine days in August
Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in August: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (12.4 days).

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

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

Average cloud cover in August - Struisbaai, South Africa
Average cloud cover in August
Struisbaai, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in August: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 31).

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