August Weather in East London

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in East London, South Africa, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 16°C (62°F). Highs can soar to 27°C (80°F), while lows may dip to 11°C (52°F). Typically, the humidity level in East London throughout August hovers around 75%.

11°C (52°F)

Minimum temperature

16°C (62°F)

Average temperature

27°C (80°F)

Maximum temperature

75%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, East London averages 40 mm (1.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 7 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 10 hours 55 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 7 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 66% probability of sunny days during this period.

40 mm (1.6 inches)

Precipitation

7 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 7 minutes

Sunshine hours

66%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in East London reaches a maximum of 6, indicating a level of High exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 25 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 3 4 6 6 6 4 3 1 1 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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