August weather forecast
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

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Weather in August

August signals the end of winter in Mokhotlong, with a rise in the average temperature to 12.8°C (55°F). With the snowfall beginning to decrease substantially, to 34mm (1.34"), the landscapes start to reveal their bare beauty. As the winter recedes, the cloud cover gradually increases, altering the skyline of Mokhotlong. The relative humidity still remains below 50%, maintaining the dry and crisp attributes of the air. The weather transitions to a warmer phase, offering a unique blend of winter’s end and spring’s onset.

Temperature

During August, Mokhotlong records an average high-temperature of a still fresh 12.8°C (55°F), marking a slight divergence from July's 10.2°C (50.4°F). An average temperature of 1.2°C (34.2°F) marks the nights in August.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 44%.

Rainfall

In August, in Mokhotlong, the rain falls for 1.8 days. Throughout August, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated. In Mokhotlong, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.7 days and collects up to 641mm (25.24") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are April through November. In August, in Mokhotlong, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout August, 34mm (1.34") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.5 snowfall days, and 205mm (8.07") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mokhotlong, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 17:32. On the last day of August, in Mokhotlong, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 17:48 SAST.

Sunshine

In Mokhotlong, the average sunshine in August is 7.4h.

UV index

January through March, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during August translates into the following directions:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Mokhotlong?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 12.8°C (55°F) and 1.2°C (34.2°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Mokhotlong?

In August, the average relative humidity is 44%.

How many days does it rain in August in Mokhotlong?

In Mokhotlong, in August, it is raining for 1.8 days, with typically 8mm (0.31") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in August in Mokhotlong?

In Mokhotlong, Lesotho, in August, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 34mm (1.34") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Mokhotlong have in August?

The average day length in August in Mokhotlong, Lesotho, is 11h and 6min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Mokhotlong?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 17:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 17:48 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mokhotlong have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Mokhotlong, Lesotho, is 7.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Mokhotlong?

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index reading in August in Mokhotlong?

In Mokhotlong, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average temperature in August - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average high temperature in August: 12.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (19.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (10.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 1.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (9.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-1.4°C).

Average pressure in August
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average pressure in August - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average pressure in August: 1021.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1014.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average wind speed in August - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (10.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average humidity in August - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average humidity in August: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (42%).

Average rainfall in August
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average rainfall in August - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall in August: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (131mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average rainfall days in August - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average rainfall days in August: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.1 days).

Average snowfall in August
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average snowfall in August - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall in August: 34mm

The month with the highest snowfall is April (45mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average snowfall days in August - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average snowfall days in August: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February and December (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Mokhotlong, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average sunshine days in August - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average sunshine days in August: 27.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (3.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average UV index in August - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, August, October, November and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and July (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average cloud cover in August - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average cloud cover in August: 8

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in August
Mokhotlong, Lesotho

Average visibility in August - Mokhotlong, Lesotho
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (9km).

Mokhotlong, Lesotho

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