August is a slightly cold and slightly rainy time for sunbathing in Eastern Cape. August is too cold for swimming in Eastern Cape for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. Consider visiting Eastern Cape in the months of January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for August.
The average maximum temperature in Eastern Cape in August is 19°. The average maximum temperature is 19° in the previous month and 20° in the next month.
The average temperature in Eastern Cape in August is 14°. The average temperature ranges is 13° in the previous month and 15° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Eastern Cape in August is 9°. The minimum temperature is 8° in the previous month and 10° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Eastern Cape in August are 10.9 and there are 6.2 hours of sunshine per day on average during August making it a quite sunny month with some cloud cover.
The ultraviolet index in Eastern Cape in August is typically 4.9 during August. An ultraviolet index reading of 3 to 5 indicates there is a moderate risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Keep out of the sun during the strongest hours around midday when unprotected skin risks burning in less than 30 minutes. For the sensitive wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days, and after swimming or sweating. Tanning for hours is possible with the right application of sun cream. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Eastern Cape in August is 16.5° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.
The average total rainfall in Eastern Cape in August is 12.6cm and on average there are 11.3 rainy days in August making it a slightly wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Eastern Cape in August is 11° which is very comfortable. The dew point is 11° in the previous month and 12° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Eastern Cape in August is typically 92.7%. The maximum relative humidity is 92.2% in the previous month and 91.9% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Eastern Cape in August is typically 74.2%. The average relative humidity is 73.7% in the previous month and 73.2% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Eastern Cape in August is typically 28kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 25kmh in the previous month and 29kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Eastern Cape in August is typically 14kmh. The average wind speed is 13kmh in the previous month and 15kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Eastern Cape in August is from the North West.
