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Maseru Weather in August

Thinking of visiting Maseru in August? Expect pleasant temperatures reaching 20°C (68°F) during the day, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night, with some rainfall likely.

Rainfall in Maseru in August

Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 3 days of rain, with 27 mm (1.1 in) average for the month. Although rain is not especially frequent, individual showers can still be quite heavy.

Temperature in Maseru in August

August is one of the better months to visit Maseru. Expect 20°C (68°F) during the day and 3°C (37°F) at night. The month of August belongs to the winter season. Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With lows around 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Maseru in August

With approximately 281 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Maseru Temperature in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 9%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 27 mm (1.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 27%  
SunshineSunshine 281 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Daily Historical Temperatures

48-year average (1976-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Maseru typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 20°C (68°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 1°C (34°F) to 5°C (41°F).

Average temperatures in August

Historical weather for Maseru in August

Browse day-by-day weather records for Maseru spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Maseru historical weather extremes in August

The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Maseru from 2005 through 2025.

  • The warmest day in August was on August 24, 2012, with a maximum of 28°C (82°F).
  • The coldest night in August in Maseru was on August 23, 2017, with a minimum of -8°C (18°F).

Best Places in Lesotho 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 Maseru 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. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Maseru 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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