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Skukuza weather in August (Mpumalanga, South Africa)

How does the weather in Skukuza usually fare in August? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

The weather in Skukuza is usually perfect in August, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 28°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 15°C.

Precipitation

Skukuza in August usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 10 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 2 days of the month will see rainfall.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, August is one of the better months to visit Skukuza. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Skukuza, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 7%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 10 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 2 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.

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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?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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