August weather forecast
Mthatha, South Africa

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Weather in August

August brings a breath of fresh air in Mthatha as it signals the upcoming spring. While refreshing, the advent of spring sees the temperature rise slightly to 22°C (71.6°F), making the weather more charming. A bit of relief falls upon the city as the rainfall dips, leading to a drier climate. The overall climate leans towards the mild side, breaking away from the colder winter months.

Temperature

Mthatha signifies an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 22°C (71.6°F) in August, closely mirroring the 21°C (69.8°F) of July. Mthatha reports a sharp reduction in temperature during August, averaging at a chilly 7°C (44.6°F) at night.

Rainfall

In August, in Mthatha, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout August, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mthatha, there are 114 rainfall days, and 650mm (25.59") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mthatha, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:48 SAST.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Mthatha in August?

The high-temperature, in August, in Mthatha, is 22°C (71.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 7°C (44.6°F).

How many days does it rain in August in Mthatha?

In August, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout August, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Mthatha have in August?

In August, the average day length in Mthatha is 11h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Mthatha?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:48 SAST.
Average rainfall days
Average daylight

Average temperature in August
Mthatha, South Africa

Average temperature in August - Mthatha, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in August: 22°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January, February and December (27°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (21°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (16°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (4°C).

Average rainfall in August
Mthatha, South Africa

Average rainfall in August - Mthatha, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in August: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (89mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (11mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Mthatha, South Africa

Average rainfall days in August - Mthatha, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in August: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (15 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (3 days).

Average daylight in August
Mthatha, South Africa

Average daylight in August - Mthatha, South Africa
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

Mthatha, South Africa

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