August weather forecast
Siphofaneni, Swaziland

August

Weather in August

August brings a pleasing change to Siphofaneni with a slight rise in temperature. The balance between daylight and sunshine hours is disturbed by the interior heat. The consequent gentle increase in humidity and cloudiness signals the end of a dry spell. Comparatively strong winds still dominate the weather, causing a chill in the air. Moving nearer to spring, the city begins to witness a more agreeable climate.

Temperature

Siphofaneni's average high-temperature marks a warm 23.8°C (74.8°F) with the advent of August, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. Siphofaneni logs a notable disparity from the daily highs during August, as the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 11.1°C (52°F).

Humidity

The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 57%.

Rainfall

In Siphofaneni, in August, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 9mm (0.35") of accumulated precipitation. In Siphofaneni, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.8 days and collects up to 549mm (21.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Siphofaneni, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 12min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:40 SAST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August?
The high-temperature during August is 23.8°C (74.8°F) and the low-temperature is 11.1°C (52°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the least humid month?
The least humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 57%.
What is the average humidity in August?
The average relative humidity in August is 57%.
How much does it rain in August?
In August, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout August, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in August?
The average day length in August is 11h and 12min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in August?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:40 SAST.
How many hours of sunshine does Siphofaneni have in August?
The average sunshine duration in August is 7h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
How high is the UV index in August?
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average visibility
Average temperature in August - Siphofaneni, Swaziland
Average temperature in August
Siphofaneni, Swaziland
  • Average high temperature in August: 23.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 11.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.3°C).

Average pressure in August - Siphofaneni, Swaziland
Average pressure in August
Siphofaneni, Swaziland
  • Average pressure in August: 1021.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1014mbar).

Average wind speed in August - Siphofaneni, Swaziland
Average wind speed in August
Siphofaneni, Swaziland
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (8.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (6.1km/h).

Average humidity in August - Siphofaneni, Swaziland
Average humidity in August
Siphofaneni, Swaziland
  • Average humidity in August: 57%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).

Average rainfall in August - Siphofaneni, Swaziland
Average rainfall in August
Siphofaneni, Swaziland
  • Average rainfall in August: 9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (110mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (4mm).

Average rainfall days in August - Siphofaneni, Swaziland
Average rainfall days in August
Siphofaneni, Swaziland
  • Average rainfall days in August: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (3.6 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Siphofaneni, Swaziland
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Siphofaneni, Swaziland
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August - Siphofaneni, Swaziland
Average sunshine days in August
Siphofaneni, Swaziland
  • Average sunshine days in August: 23 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (25.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (5.3 days).

Average UV index in August - Siphofaneni, Swaziland
Average UV index in August
Siphofaneni, Swaziland
  • Average UV index in August: 5

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

Average cloud cover in August - Siphofaneni, Swaziland
Average cloud cover in August
Siphofaneni, Swaziland
  • Average cloud cover in August: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in August - Siphofaneni, Swaziland
Average visibility in August
Siphofaneni, Swaziland
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).

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