August weather forecast
Gaborone, Botswana

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Weather in August

Heralding the last of the winter months, August in Gaborone signals a subtle shift in the weather pattern. Higher day temperatures combined with marginally increased rainfall reboot the life cycle, preparing the landscape for the bloom of spring. Meanwhile, the night air still carries a hint of winter’s chill. The UV index begins to climb, but remains moderate, signifying a subtle increase in sunlight intensity. The advent of September marks an exemplar transition into spring with ascending temperature trends and lengthening days.

Temperature

In Gaborone, the onset of August comes with a modest high-temperature shift, transitioning from July's pleasant 22.9°C (73.2°F) to a warm 26.2°C (79.2°F). Despite a stark disparity with daily highs, Gaborone records an average nighttime temperature of 7.5°C (45.5°F) in August.

Rainfall

In Gaborone, in August, during 1 rainfall days, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gaborone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 41 days and collects up to 190mm (7.48") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Gaborone, Botswana, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:04 CAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Gaborone, Botswana, are July through September, with an average of 10h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gaborone in August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gaborone are 26.2°C (79.2°F) and 7.5°C (45.5°F) respectively.

How many days does it rain in August in Gaborone?

In Gaborone, Botswana, in August, it is raining for 1 days, with typically 5mm (0.2") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Gaborone have in August?

In August, the average day length in Gaborone, Botswana, is 11h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Gaborone?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:04 CAT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Gaborone?

July through September, with an average of 10h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Gaborone.

How long on average sun shines in August in Gaborone?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Gaborone is 10h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Gaborone?

In Gaborone, Botswana, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in August
Gaborone, Botswana

Average temperature in August - Gaborone, Botswana
  • Average high temperature in August: 26.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (32.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (22.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 7.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (19.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (4.4°C).

Average rainfall in August
Gaborone, Botswana

Average rainfall in August - Gaborone, Botswana
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (32.9mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.4mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Gaborone, Botswana

Average rainfall days in August - Gaborone, Botswana
  • Average rainfall days in August: 1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and December (6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July and August (1 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Gaborone, Botswana

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Gaborone, Botswana
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h

The months with the most sunshine are July, August and September (Average sunshine: 10h).
The months with the least sunshine are February, March, April and December (Average sunshine: 8h).

Average UV index in August
Gaborone, Botswana

Average UV index in August - Gaborone, Botswana
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).

Gaborone, Botswana

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