Richards Bay weather in August (KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa)
Interested in knowing the climate of Richards Bay in August? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.
Temperatures
The weather in Richards Bay during August is usually perfect, offering high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect temperatures to climb to 24°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 18°C.
Precipitation
Richards Bay in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 52 mm for the month. The month is marked by minimal rainfall, making it a good time for outdoor activities. Enjoy the dry spell, a great time to go hiking. Rain is expected on roughly 7 days.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Richards Bay. May, June, July, August, September, October and December typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Richards Bay climate page with graphs.
Richards Bay, monthly averages in August
Min Temperature
18°C
Max Temperature
24°C
Chance of Rain
23%
Precipitation
52 mm
Rainy days
7 days
Where to go in South Africa in August
Find out more about the weather in South Africa and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Richards Bay, 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.
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