Petersburg weather in August (Eastern Cape, South Africa)
How is the weather in Petersburg in August? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In August, Petersburg typically experiences pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. August falls within the winter season. 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 5°C.
Petersburg in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 31 mm for the month. Typically around 5 days of rainfall is expected.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Petersburg. January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Petersburg climate page with graphs.
Petersburg, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
5°C
Max Temperature
19°C
Chance of Rain
15%
Precipitation
31 mm
Rainy days
5 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.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in Petersburg in August?
For visitors traveling to Petersburg, 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.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.
Interested in more climate information?
This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Petersburg.
Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to South Africa? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in South Africa. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
