Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
August
Weather in August
Temperature
The advent of August signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a still mild 15.5°C (59.9°F), aligning closely with July. Swellendam experiences a consistent average temperature of 5.9°C (42.6°F) throughout the nights in August.Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 61%.Rainfall
In Swellendam, South Africa, during August, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 74.6 rainfall days, and 147mm (5.79") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
July and August are months with snowfall. August is the month with the most snowfall in Swellendam, South Africa. Snow falls for 0.3 days and accumulates 3mm (0.12") of snow.Daylight
In Swellendam, South Africa, the average length of the day in August is 10h and 53min.On the first day of August in Swellendam, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 18:19 SAST.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 9h.UV index
In Swellendam, South Africa, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Swellendam in August?
What is the average humidity in August in Swellendam?
How many days does it rain in August in Swellendam?
What is the snowiest month in Swellendam?
What is the last month it snows in Swellendam?
What is the average length of the day in August in Swellendam?
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Swellendam?
How long on average sun shines in August in Swellendam?
What is the UV index reading in August in Swellendam?
Average temperature in August
Swellendam, South Africa
- Average high temperature in August: 15.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (28.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (14°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 5.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (16.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.6°C).
Average pressure in August
Swellendam, South Africa
- Average pressure in August: 1020.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.9mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Swellendam, South Africa
- Average wind speed in August: 11.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.7km/h).
Average humidity in August
Swellendam, South Africa
- Average humidity in August: 61%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (64%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and November (53%).
Average rainfall in August
Swellendam, South Africa
- Average rainfall in August: 13mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (22mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February, April, October and December (9mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Swellendam, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in August: 6.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (7.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Swellendam, South Africa
- Average snowfall in August: 3mm
The month with the highest snowfall is August (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Swellendam, South Africa
- Average snowfall days in August: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.3 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
Swellendam, 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: 9h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Swellendam, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in August: 22.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (19.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Swellendam, South Africa
- Average UV index in August: 4
The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Swellendam, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in August: 23
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in August
Swellendam, 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).
