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 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
August signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a comfortable 18.3°C (64.9°F) in July to an agreeable 22°C (71.6°F). A noteworthy thermal contrast characterizes Potchefstroom's August nights, with temperatures averaging at a frosty 7.7°C (45.9°F).Humidity
In Potchefstroom, the average relative humidity in August is 35%.Rainfall
July and August are months with the least rain in Potchefstroom, South Africa, when the rain falls for 0.9 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Potchefstroom is 11h and 12min.On the first day of August in Potchefstroom, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 17:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:58 SAST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Potchefstroom is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 5 during August translates into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Potchefstroom in August?
What is the average humidity in August in Potchefstroom?
What is the driest month in Potchefstroom?
How many days does it rain in August in Potchefstroom?
What is the average length of the day in August in Potchefstroom?
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Potchefstroom?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Potchefstroom?
How many hours of sunshine does Potchefstroom have in August?
How high is the UV index in August in Potchefstroom?
Average temperature in August
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average high temperature in August: 22°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (29.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (18.3°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 7.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (17.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (5.2°C).
Average pressure in August
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average pressure in August: 1021.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.5mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average wind speed in August: 12.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8.5km/h).
Average humidity in August
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average humidity in August: 35%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).
Average rainfall in August
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average rainfall in August: 1mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (69mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average rainfall days in August: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.8 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average daylight in August: 11h and 1min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 3min
The months with the most sunshine are October and November (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average sunshine days in August: 29.9 days
The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (29.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (11.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- Average cloud cover in August: 4
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 4).
Average visibility in August
Potchefstroom, South Africa
- 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).
Potchefstroom, South Africa
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