August weather forecast
Zwelitsha, South Africa

August

Weather in August

The last month of the winter, August, is also an agreeable month in Zwelitsha, South Africa, with an average temperature varying between 14.5°C (58.1°F) and 20.9°C (69.6°F).

Temperature

Zwelitsha experiences a minor change to a still agreeable 20.9°C (69.6°F) in average high-temperature during August, closely reflecting July. Throughout the month of August, Zwelitsha witnesses an average temperature of 14.5°C (58.1°F).

Humidity

In Zwelitsha, the average relative humidity in August is 63%.

Rainfall

In Zwelitsha, in August, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 18mm (0.71") of accumulated precipitation. In Zwelitsha, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.9 days and collects up to 352mm (13.86") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Zwelitsha is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 17:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 17:52 SAST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are March, May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During August, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?
In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 20.9°C (69.6°F) and 14.5°C (58.1°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in August?
In August, the average relative humidity is 63%.
How many days does it rain in August?
In Zwelitsha, in August, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 18mm (0.71") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in August?
In August, the average day length is 10h and 56min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 17:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 17:52 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Zwelitsha have in August?
The average sunshine duration in August is 6.4h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are March, May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
What is the UV index intensity in August?
In Zwelitsha, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August - Zwelitsha, South Africa
Average temperature in August
Zwelitsha, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in August: 20.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (25.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (20.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 14.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (14.2°C).

Average pressure in August - Zwelitsha, South Africa
Average pressure in August
Zwelitsha, South Africa
  • Average pressure in August: 1019.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Zwelitsha, South Africa
Average wind speed in August
Zwelitsha, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in August: 20km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (20.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (16.8km/h).

Average humidity in August - Zwelitsha, South Africa
Average humidity in August
Zwelitsha, South Africa
  • Average humidity in August: 63%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (58%).

Average rainfall in August - Zwelitsha, South Africa
Average rainfall in August
Zwelitsha, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in August: 18mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (44mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (14mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Zwelitsha, South Africa
Average rainfall days in August
Zwelitsha, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (6.3 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Zwelitsha, South Africa
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Zwelitsha, South Africa
  • Average daylight in August: 10h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August - Zwelitsha, South Africa
Average sunshine days in August
Zwelitsha, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in August: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12.5 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, April and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August - Zwelitsha, South Africa
Average cloud cover in August
Zwelitsha, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

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