Hermanus

Overberg Weather in August

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

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Hermanus Gansbaai Swellendam Kleinmond

Planning a trip to the Overberg, South Africa this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in the Overberg in August

The Overberg, South Africa is a region in South Africa. August in the Overberg generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between mild in Kleinmond at 17°C (63°F) to pleasant in Swellendam at 20°C (68°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Swellendam and 11°C (52°F) in Kleinmond. While August might be the chilliest month, the Overberg, South Africa offers areas with temperate climates year-round, ensuring visitors always have a delightful experience.

For a closer look at conditions across the Overberg, South Africa, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Swellendam with an average of 36 mm (1.4 in) to moderate rainfall in Kleinmond with 92 mm (3.6 in).

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Overberg - and find the best time to visit. (based on Hermanus)

January24°C (75°F) February25°C (77°F) March24°C (75°F) April22°C (72°F) May20°C (68°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly17°C (63°F) August17°C (63°F) September18°C (64°F) October20°C (68°F) November21°C (70°F) December23°C (73°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Overberg in August

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

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 the Overberg

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

Temperature range in the Overberg (August)

Precipitation variation in the Overberg (August)

Hermanus

In August Hermanus generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
good
good
very good
Climate in Hermanus →

Gansbaai

In August Gansbaai generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
76 mm (3 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
good
good
very good
Climate in Gansbaai →

Swellendam

In August Swellendam generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Swellendam →

Kleinmond

In August Kleinmond generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
212 hours
225 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
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Bredasdorp

In August Bredasdorp generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
35 mm (1.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
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Popular cities in August

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hermanus 17°C (63°F) 10°C (50°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Gansbaai 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Swellendam 20°C (68°F) 7°C (45°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Kleinmond 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Bredasdorp 20°C (68°F) 9°C (48°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Struisbaai 18°C (64°F) 12°C (54°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)

The Overberg weather in August: frequently asked questions

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

Expect good weather across the Overberg, South Africa in August. The popular destination of Hermanus averages 17°C (63°F) by day and 10°C (50°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Hermanus peak at roughly 17°C (63°F) in August, dropping to about 10°C (50°F) overnight.

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

August is on the drier side in the Overberg, South Africa. Hermanus averages only about 78 mm (3.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit the Overberg, South Africa?

Given the typically good weather conditions in Hermanus, August may not be the ideal time to visit the Overberg, South Africa.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December provide excellent weather in Hermanus. On the other hand, the months of July and August tend to have good weather conditions.

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