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Harrismith Weather in August

In Harrismith, August brings pleasant daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to 5°C (41°F). Some rainfall is to be expected.

Rainfall in Harrismith in August

Rain is expected on roughly 3 days, totalling around 25 mm (1 in) for the month. When rain does fall this month, it tends to come down hard. The low number of rain days makes each shower more significant.

Temperature in Harrismith in August

If you're visiting Harrismith in August, expect perfect temperatures with highs of 21°C (70°F) and overnight lows of 5°C (41°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights fall to 5°C (41°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a good time to visit Harrismith.

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Harrismith Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 10%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 25 mm (1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  

Best Places in South Africa in August

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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 (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 Harrismith 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. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers.

What To Do in Harrismith in August

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

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

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