August weather forecast
Sun City, South Africa

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The Palace in Lost City, Sun City, South Africa, with a large water fountain in the front yard
The Palace in Lost City, Sun City, South Africa, with a large water fountain in the front yard

Weather in August

With Sun City transitioning slowly into spring in August, a slight but noticeable rise in temperatures can be perceived. The extensive absence of rainfall still persists in August, resulting in a dry atmosphere dominating the city. Incremental daylight hours become more noticeable, leading to longer days that are often filled with warm sunshine. The slow but steady increase in average wind speed adds a refreshing balance to the increasingly hotter days. The fairly dry and progressively warming weather in August perks up Sun City’s vibrant flora, attracting botanists and nature lovers.

Temperature

With the beginning of August, Sun City's average high-temperature sees a minor increase, transitioning from a refreshing 18.9°C (66°F) in July to a pleasant 22.7°C (72.9°F). Sun City sees a large disparity in day to night temperatures in August, with the night temperature dropping to an average of 8.6°C (47.5°F).

Humidity

In Sun City, the average relative humidity in August is 37%.

Rainfall

July and August are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 1 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.

Daylight

In Sun City, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of August, in Sun City, South Africa, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:59 SAST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are June and August, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 5 translates into the following recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in August in Sun City?

In August, in Sun City, the average high-temperature is 22.7°C (72.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 8.6°C (47.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in March is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Sun City?

In Sun City, South Africa, the average relative humidity in August is 37%.

What is the driest month in Sun City?

July and August are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 1 days and typically aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of rain.

How much does it rain in Sun City in August?

In Sun City, South Africa, in August, it is raining for 1 days, with typically 1mm (0.04") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in August in Sun City?

In Sun City, the average day length in August is 11h and 15min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Sun City?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, in Sun City, South Africa, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 17:59 SAST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Sun City?

June and August, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Sun City.

How long on average sun shines in August in Sun City?

In Sun City, South Africa, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Sun City?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Sun City is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Sun City, South Africa

Average temperature in August - Sun City, South Africa
  • Average high temperature in August: 22.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (18.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 8.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (18°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Sun City, South Africa

Average pressure in August - Sun City, South Africa
  • Average pressure in August: 1021.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1024.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Sun City, South Africa

Average wind speed in August - Sun City, South Africa
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (10.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are March and May (7km/h).

Average humidity in August
Sun City, South Africa

Average humidity in August - Sun City, South Africa
  • Average humidity in August: 37%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (61%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (32%).

Average rainfall in August
Sun City, South Africa

Average rainfall in August - Sun City, South Africa
  • Average rainfall in August: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (95mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Sun City, South Africa

Average rainfall days in August - Sun City, South Africa
  • Average rainfall days in August: 1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Sun City, South Africa

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Sun City, South Africa
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 2min

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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Sun City, South Africa

Average sunshine days in August - Sun City, South Africa
  • Average sunshine days in August: 29.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Sun City, South Africa

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

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, 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
Sun City, South Africa

Average cloud cover in August - Sun City, South Africa
  • Average cloud cover in August: 5

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 24).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in August
Sun City, South Africa

Average visibility in August - Sun City, 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).

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