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
Weather in August
Temperature
With the onset of August, Mapoteng experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a refreshing 13.8°C (56.8°F) in July to a comfortable 17.1°C (62.8°F). The August nights in Mapoteng bear witness to a significant drop from the daytime highs, settling at an average temperature of 4.2°C (39.6°F).Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 41%.Rainfall
July and August are months with the least rain in Mapoteng when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of rain.Snowfall
June through August are months with snowfall in Mapoteng. August is the last month it regularly snows in Mapoteng. During 0.3 snowfall days, in August, Mapoteng aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.7 snowfall days, and 13mm (0.51") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 6min.On the first day of August in Mapoteng, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 17:53 SAST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in Mapoteng is August, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average August temperature in Mapoteng?
What is the average humidity in August in Mapoteng?
What is the driest month in Mapoteng?
How many days does it rain in August in Mapoteng?
What is the last month it snows in Mapoteng?
How many hours of daylight does Mapoteng have in August?
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Mapoteng?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Mapoteng?
How long on average sun shines in August in Mapoteng?
What is the UV index intensity in August in Mapoteng?
Average temperature in August
Mapoteng, Lesotho
- Average high temperature in August: 17.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (26.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (13.6°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 4.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (2.1°C).
Average pressure in August
Mapoteng, Lesotho
- Average pressure in August: 1022.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1025.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1013.5mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Mapoteng, Lesotho
- Average wind speed in August: 9.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7km/h).
Average humidity in August
Mapoteng, Lesotho
- Average humidity in August: 41%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (59%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (35%).
Average rainfall in August
Mapoteng, Lesotho
- Average rainfall in August: 7mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (7mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Mapoteng, Lesotho
- Average rainfall days in August: 3.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in August
Mapoteng, Lesotho
- Average snowfall in August: 2mm
The month with the highest snowfall is July (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Mapoteng, Lesotho
- Average snowfall days in August: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (0.8 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
Mapoteng, Lesotho
- Average daylight in August: 11h and 1min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Mapoteng, Lesotho
- Average sunshine days in August: 26.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (27.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (11 days).
Average UV index in August
Mapoteng, Lesotho
- Average UV index in August: 4
The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Mapoteng, Lesotho
- Average cloud cover in August: 8
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 20).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 8).
Average visibility in August
Mapoteng, Lesotho
- 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).
Mapoteng, Lesotho
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