August weather forecast
Matsieng, Lesotho

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Weather in August

August marks the tail end of winter, and Matsieng begins to see an upward trend in temperatures. The snowfall lessens to a mere 2mm (0.08") and rainfall levels maintain their low with only 7mm (0.28"). The city receives an adequate amount of sunshine, complimenting the moderately cool temperatures. The wind speed in Matsieng tends to be slightly higher than other month, providing a brisk feeling to the otherwise calm weather.

Temperature

August comes with a subtle rise, with the average high-temperature adjusting from a moderate 13.8°C (56.8°F) in July to a comfortable 17.1°C (62.8°F). August's nights in Matsieng exhibit a sharp contrast from day highs, with an average temperature of 4.2°C (39.6°F).

Humidity

In Matsieng, the average relative humidity in August is 41%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are July and August Rain falls for 3.1 days and accumulates 7mm (0.28") of rain.

Snowfall

June through August are months with snowfall. August is the last month it regularly snows in Matsieng. During 0.3 snowfall days, in August, Matsieng aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. In Matsieng, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.7 days and aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of snow.

Daylight

In Matsieng, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:54 SAST.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.4h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Matsieng in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Matsieng, records 17.1°C (62.8°F), while the low-temperature is 4.2°C (39.6°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Matsieng?

The average relative humidity in August in Matsieng is 41%.

What is the driest month in Matsieng?

July and August are months with the least rain in Matsieng when the rain falls for 3.1 days and typically aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of rain.

How much does it rain in Matsieng in August?

In Matsieng, Lesotho, during August, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Matsieng?

August is the last month it regularly snows in Matsieng. During 0.3 snowfall days, in August, Matsieng aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in August in Matsieng?

The average day length in August in Matsieng, Lesotho, is 11h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Matsieng?

On the first day of August in Matsieng, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:54 SAST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Matsieng?

August has the least sunshine of the year in Matsieng, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Matsieng have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Matsieng is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Matsieng?

In Matsieng, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average temperature in August - Matsieng, 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
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average pressure in August - Matsieng, 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
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average wind speed in August - Matsieng, 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
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average humidity in August - Matsieng, 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
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average rainfall in August - Matsieng, 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
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average rainfall days in August - Matsieng, 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
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average snowfall in August - Matsieng, 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
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average snowfall days in August - Matsieng, 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
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Matsieng, 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
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average sunshine days in August - Matsieng, 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
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average UV index in August - Matsieng, 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
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average cloud cover in August - Matsieng, 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
Matsieng, Lesotho

Average visibility in August - Matsieng, 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).

Matsieng, Lesotho

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