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Centurion Weather in August
August in Centurion typically sees daytime highs of 24°C (75°F) and nighttime lows of 9°C (48°F). Minimal rainfall is typical for this month.
Rainfall in Centurion in August
Typically around 2 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 8.2 mm (0.3 in) for the month. Any rain that does arrive is likely to be fairly light and short-lived.
Temperature in Centurion in August
August in Centurion is generally excellent, with days reaching 24°C (75°F) and nights settling around 9°C (48°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With lows around 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in Centurion in August
The month enjoys around 293 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.
Centurion Temperature in August
Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Chance of Rain
6%
Precipitation
8.2 mm (0.3 in)
Rainy days
2 days
Humidity
44% *
Sunshine
293 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Pretoria, South Africa (10 KM, 6 Miles).
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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).
What to Wear in Centurion in August
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. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in Centurion in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
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Barbeque9/10 -
Camping5/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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Popular in August
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Pretoria
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