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Temperatures in August
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Temperature in South Africa in August

South Africa, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in August ranging from 15°C in Rhodes to 29°C in Kruger National Park. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C in Kruger National Park and 1°C in Rhodes. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in South Africa in August?

Explore the map below to discover average August temperatures at the top destinations in South Africa. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

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  • What is the warmest city in August in South Africa?
    • According to our recent database analysis, Kruger National Park is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 29°C and rarely drops below 15°C during the night.

  • What is the coldest city in August in South Africa?
    • The coldest city in August in South Africa is Rhodes when we check our database. The maximum daytime temperatures are around 15°C and minimum nighttime temperatures fall around 1°C.

  • How much sun does South Africa get in August?
    • Cape Town enjoys approximately 212 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.

  • What is the water's temperature in August?
    • The water temperature averages approximately 19°C in East London this month, so still a bit cool to swim but some enjoy a chilly dive.

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