Lesotho Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Lesotho in August.

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Maseru

Planning a getaway to Lesotho this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Lesotho in August

August in Lesotho generally has pleasant temperatures, with low precipitation. August falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in Maseru.

For a closer look at conditions across Lesotho, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

August is a dry month with an average rainfall of around 27 mm (1.1 in) in Maseru.

Average sunshine

August brings good sunshine to many areas. Maseru sees around 281 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Lesotho in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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).

Popular Destinations in Lesotho

What is the weather like in August for the most popular destinonation in Lesotho?

Maseru

In August Maseru generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
281 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
12 mm (0.5 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
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Lesotho weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lesotho in August?

Expect perfect weather across Lesotho in August. The popular destination of Maseru averages 20°C (68°F) by day and 3°C (37°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Lesotho in August?

Maseru averages a daytime maximum of 20°C (68°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 3°C (37°F).

Does Lesotho get a lot of rain in August?

Not particularly. Maseru averages just 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain in August, making it a mostly dry month for Lesotho.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Lesotho?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Lesotho with overall perfect weather in Maseru. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Lesotho is in April, May, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Maseru.

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