August weather forecast
Nelspruit, South Africa

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Weather in August

August conveys a change with a mild increase in temperatures from July's lows, indicating a gradual movement towards warmer weather. Relative humidity sees a minor dip compared to July, adding to the comfort of the citizens. Rainfall remains negligible at 6mm (0.24"), similar to the preceding months of June and July. The pressure reduces slightly, noting a reading of 1021.6mb, relatively less than July's 1024.3mb. As the end of winter approaches, Nelspruit starts transitioning to warmer weather, paving the way for Spring.

Temperature

The transition into August notes an average high-temperature of a warm 24.3°C (75.7°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 21.6°C (70.9°F) in July. Nelspruit records a marked daily temperature contrast, with an average low-temperature of 10.2°C (50.4°F) during the nights of August.

Humidity

August and September, with an average relative humidity of 56%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Nelspruit, South Africa, in August, during 4.5 rainfall days, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nelspruit, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.6 days and collects up to 458mm (18.03") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 11h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 17:31. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 17:44 SAST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Nelspruit is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During August, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Nelspruit?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Nelspruit, is 24.3°C (75.7°F), while the average low-temperature is 10.2°C (50.4°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the least humid month in Nelspruit?

The months with the lowest humidity in Nelspruit, South Africa, are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 56%.

What is the average humidity in August in Nelspruit?

In Nelspruit, the average relative humidity in August is 56%.

How many days does it rain in August in Nelspruit?

In Nelspruit, South Africa, in August, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 6mm (0.24") of accumulated precipitation.

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

In August, the average day length in Nelspruit, South Africa, is 11h and 15min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Nelspruit?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 17:31. On the last day of the month, in Nelspruit, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 17:44 SAST.

How many hours of sunshine does Nelspruit have in August?

In Nelspruit, South Africa, the average sunshine duration in August is 7h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Nelspruit?

In Nelspruit, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Nelspruit, South Africa

Average temperature in August - Nelspruit, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in August: 24.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (21.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 10.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (17.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June and July (8.2°C).

Average pressure in August
Nelspruit, South Africa

Average pressure in August - Nelspruit, South Africa
  • Average pressure in August: 1021.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Nelspruit, South Africa

Average wind speed in August - Nelspruit, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (7.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (5.8km/h).

Average humidity in August
Nelspruit, South Africa

Average humidity in August - Nelspruit, South Africa
  • Average humidity in August: 56%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (56%).

Average rainfall in August
Nelspruit, South Africa

Average rainfall in August - Nelspruit, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in August: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (89mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Nelspruit, South Africa

Average rainfall days in August - Nelspruit, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in August: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.8 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Nelspruit, South Africa

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Nelspruit, South Africa
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Nelspruit, South Africa

Average sunshine days in August - Nelspruit, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in August: 25.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7 days).

Average UV index in August
Nelspruit, South Africa

Average UV index in August - Nelspruit, South Africa
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in August
Nelspruit, South Africa

Average cloud cover in August - Nelspruit, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in August: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in August
Nelspruit, South Africa

Average visibility in August - Nelspruit, South Africa
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).

Nelspruit, South Africa

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