Gonubie Weather in August

Gonubie in August sees pleasant temperatures, with highs around 22°C (72°F) and overnight lows of 14°C (57°F). Overall perfect conditions make it one of the better months to visit.

Rainfall in Gonubie in August

Rain is expected on roughly 7 days, totalling around 49 mm (1.9 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Gonubie in August

Gonubie in August has perfect weather. Days reach 22°C (72°F) and nights cool to 14°C (57°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. At 14°C (57°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping. The weather this month is milder than usual, but still provides a warm and pleasant atmosphere.

Sunshine in Gonubie in August

The month enjoys around 234 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in Gonubie in August

Average wind conditions reach 5 m/s (10 knots) in August. This creates lively weather with fresh winds that make small trees sway noticeably. Remember this is an average: some days are less windy while others have particularly active windy conditions.

Average water temperature in August

The water temperature is 19°C (66°F). It's not warm, but most people find it perfectly fine for a swim once they're in.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the best months to visit Gonubie.

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Gonubie Temperature in August

Min Temperature 14°C (57°F)  

Max Temperature 22°C (72°F)  

Water Temperature 19°C (66°F) *  

Chance of Rain 24%  

Precipitation 49 mm (1.9 in)  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Windspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  

Sunshine 234 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 70% *  

* Data from: East London, South Africa (19 KM, 12 Miles).

What to Wear in Gonubie in August

For Gonubie in August, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Expect water temperatures of around 19°C (66°F), which is ideal for taking a refreshing dip. Bring swimwear and consider packing a towel for drying off. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Gonubie in August

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

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