Aus in August sees high daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows of 7°C (45°F). With just 4.2 mm (0.2 in) of rainfall expected, it's a dry month overall.
If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a good time to visit Aus.
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Find out more about the weather in Namibia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Namibia in August →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in August - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Okaukuejo
30°C (86°F) Otjiwarongo
29°C (84°F) Omaruru29°C (84°F) Voigtland25°C (77°F) Windhoek25°C (77°F) Swakopmund22°C (72°F) Rand Rifles21°C (70°F) Walvis Bay
19°C (66°F) Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.
Alone in the middle of a park of 50,000 hectares
Found in a pristine region of Namibia, the Etendeka Concession is truly incredible. It is a not fenced area and is fortunate to host a wide variety of endemic and other plant and animal species.
Visit Kruger Park in South Africa
Are you going to South Africa, then you cannot skip the Kruger Park. The Kruger Park is one of the most beautiful and largest safari parks in the world.
The Atlas Mountains in Morocco
This mountain range is the second highest mountains in the world and is certainly one of the most natural and wonderful mountains you could ever visit. One for the bucket list for sure.
One of South Africa's most spectacular private game reserves
Sabi Sand Game Reserve is one of South Africa's most spectacular private game reserves. The chance that you see the entire Big Five is high in winter (June - August).
