August Rainfall and Precipitation in South Africa
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Best Places to Visit in South Africa in August
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
South Africa precipitation in August: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does South Africa receive in August?
Cape Town stays mostly dry in August, with average rainfall close to 98 mm (3.9 in).
How many days does it rain in South Africa in August?
Rainfall in Cape Town typically falls on roughly 13 days days in August.
Is August part of the rainy season in South Africa?
No. August sits outside the typical rainy season in South Africa, so you can expect drier conditions overall.
What is the wettest city in August in South Africa?
Looking at our data, Paarl tops the wettest-cities list in South Africa for August, with monthly rainfall averaging 111 mm (4.4 in).
What is the driest city in August in South Africa?
Based on our database, Twee Rivieren sees the least rainfall in South Africa in August, with around 0.9 mm (0.04 in) on average.
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