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Gauteng Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Gauteng, South Africa in August.

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Planning a getaway to Gauteng, South Africa this August and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Gauteng in August

Gauteng, South Africa is a region in South Africa. August in Gauteng generally has warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 22°C (72°F) in Johannesburg to 25°C (77°F) in Akasia. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C (48°F) in Akasia and 7°C (45°F) in Johannesburg.

For specific regional insights in Gauteng, South Africa, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Akasia with an average of 7.1 mm (0.3 in) to low rainfall in Vanderbijlpark with 13 mm (0.5 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Johannesburg enjoys about 284 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Gauteng by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Gauteng — and find the best time to visit. (based on Johannesburg)

January27°C (81°F) February27°C (81°F) March26°C (79°F) April24°C (75°F) May22°C (72°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly20°C (68°F) August22°C (72°F) September26°C (79°F) October27°C (81°F) November27°C (81°F) December27°C (81°F)
Best Time to Visit Gauteng →

Best Places to Visit in Gauteng in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Gauteng.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Gauteng

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Gauteng, South Africa?

Temperature range in Gauteng (August)

Precipitation variation in Gauteng (August)

Johannesburg

In August Johannesburg generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
284 hours
284 hours
281 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.6 mm (0.1 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
24 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Johannesburg →

Pretoria

In August Pretoria generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
288 hours
293 hours
281 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.6 mm (0.1 in)
7.8 mm (0.3 in)
19 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Pretoria →

Kempton Park

In August Kempton Park generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
284 hours
284 hours
281 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.5 mm (0.1 in)
9.9 mm (0.4 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Kempton Park →

Centurion

In August Centurion generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
288 hours
293 hours
281 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.5 mm (0.1 in)
8.2 mm (0.3 in)
20 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
3 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Centurion →

Midrand

In August Midrand generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
288 hours
293 hours
281 hours
Monthly rainfall
3.3 mm (0.1 in)
8.8 mm (0.3 in)
21 mm (0.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
2 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Gauteng in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Johannesburg 22°C (72°F) 7°C (45°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Pretoria 24°C (75°F) 9°C (48°F) 7.8 mm (0.3 in)
Kempton Park 23°C (73°F) 7°C (45°F) 9.9 mm (0.4 in)
Centurion 24°C (75°F) 9°C (48°F) 8.2 mm (0.3 in)
Midrand 23°C (73°F) 8°C (46°F) 8.8 mm (0.3 in)
Boksburg 22°C (72°F) 7°C (45°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)

Gauteng weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gauteng, South Africa in August?

Expect perfect weather across Gauteng, South Africa in August. The popular destination of Johannesburg averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Gauteng, South Africa in August?

Average temperatures in Gauteng, South Africa during August range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 22°C (72°F) in Johannesburg.

Does Gauteng, South Africa get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Gauteng, South Africa. Johannesburg averages only about 10 mm (0.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Gauteng, South Africa?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Gauteng, South Africa with overall perfect weather in Johannesburg.

On average, the best time to visit Gauteng, South Africa is in March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October with generally perfect weather in Johannesburg.

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