Makhanda weather in August (Eastern Cape, South Africa)

How is the weather in Makhanda in August? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In Makhanda the weather in August is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 22°C, while nights can cool down to about 9°C.

Makhanda in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 39 mm for the month. Typically around 6 days of rainfall is expected.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures generally stand out with the best circumstances. While tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Makhanda, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 21%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 39 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  

Where to go in South Africa in August

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

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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 Makhanda in August?

For visitors traveling to Makhanda, 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.

What To Do

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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