Natureʼs Valley weather in August (Western Cape, South Africa)

Planning a trip to Natureʼs Valley in August? This guide provides all the details you need.

In August, Natureʼs Valley generally has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 19°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 10°C. Typically, this month presents some of the milder temperatures of the year, yet it remains pleasantly warm.

Natureʼs Valley in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 71 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 9 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 260 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Natureʼs Valley. January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July, August and September tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Natureʼs Valley, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 31%  

Precipitation 71 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Sunshine 260 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Knysna, South Africa (48 KM, 30 Miles).

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Natureʼs Valley, 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

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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