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In Durbanville, August brings moderate daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), with nights cooling to 8°C (46°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December typically offer the best weather for Durbanville.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Durbanville typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 18°C (64°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 8°C (46°F) to 10°C (50°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Durbanville spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 50 years of weather records for Durbanville, the following extremes were recorded between 1976 and 2026.
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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).
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. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. The water temperature sits at about 14°C (57°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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