August weather forecast
Whittlesea, South Africa

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is another comfortable month in Whittlesea, South Africa, with an average temperature ranging between min 7.8°C (46°F) and max 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Temperature

Welcoming August, Whittlesea notes an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 19.8°C (67.6°F), nearly consistent with July's 18°C (64.4°F). August nights are characterized by a significant departure from the daytime highs, dropping to an average temperature of 7.8°C (46°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 56%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout August, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.8 rainfall days, and 529mm (20.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Whittlesea, snow does not fall in January through June, August through December.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of August in Whittlesea, South Africa, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 17:55 SAST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during August leads to these advisories:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 19.8°C (67.6°F) and 7.8°C (46°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in August?
The average relative humidity in August in Whittlesea is 56%.
How much does it rain in August?
In August, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout August, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is accumulated.
When it does not snow in Whittlesea?
In Whittlesea, snow does not fall in January through June, August through December.
Does it snow in August?
In August, it doesn't snow. July is the latest month when it typically snows.
How many hours of daylight does Whittlesea have in August?
The average day length in August is 10h and 58min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 17:55 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Whittlesea have in August?
In Whittlesea, the average sunshine duration in August is 6.6h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through March, August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
What is the UV index intensity in August?
In Whittlesea, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in August - Whittlesea, South Africa
Average temperature in August
Whittlesea, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in August: 19.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (18°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 7.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (14.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (7°C).

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Whittlesea, South Africa
Average wind speed in August
Whittlesea, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in August: 12.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (14km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.2km/h).

Average humidity in August - Whittlesea, South Africa
Average humidity in August
Whittlesea, South Africa
  • Average humidity in August: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (55%).

Average rainfall in August - Whittlesea, South Africa
Average rainfall in August
Whittlesea, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in August: 14mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (12mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Whittlesea, South Africa
Average rainfall days in August
Whittlesea, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in August: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (6 days).

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

The month with the highest snowfall is July (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August - Whittlesea, South Africa
Average snowfall days in August
Whittlesea, South Africa
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are July and August (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Whittlesea, South Africa
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Whittlesea, 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: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August - Whittlesea, South Africa
Average sunshine days in August
Whittlesea, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in August: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (22.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January, February and December (7.3 days).

Average UV index in August - Whittlesea, South Africa
Average UV index in August
Whittlesea, South Africa
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, August, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, September and October (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in August - Whittlesea, South Africa
Average cloud cover in August
Whittlesea, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in August: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in August - Whittlesea, South Africa
Average visibility in August
Whittlesea, South Africa
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (7km).

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