Beacon Bay weather in August (South Africa)

How is August weather typically in Beacon Bay? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

Experience perfect weather in Beacon Bay in August, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 21°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 14°C. Expect mild temperatures during this month, but it stays comfortably warm and inviting. It is the coolest month of the year.

Precipitation

Beacon Bay in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 48 mm for the month. This month experiences about 7 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

With around 234 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a great time to visit. January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While February tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Beacon Bay climate page with graphs.

 

Beacon Bay, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 14°C  

Max Temperature 21°C  

Water Temperature 19°C *  

Chance of Rain 24%  

Precipitation 48 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 234 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 70% *  

Data from: East London, South Africa (13 KM, 8 Miles).

Where to go in South Africa in August

Find out more about the weather in South Africa and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Beacon Bay, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 19°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

9/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Beacon Bay.

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