August Weather in Orkney

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Orkney, South Africa, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 14°C (58°F). Highs can soar to 29°C (84°F), while lows may dip to -1°C (30°F). Typically, the humidity level in Orkney throughout August hovers around 56%.

-1°C (30°F)

Minimum temperature

14°C (58°F)

Average temperature

29°C (84°F)

Maximum temperature

56%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Orkney averages 4 mm (0.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 1 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 11 hours 11 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 39 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 84% probability of sunny days during this period.

4 mm (0.2 inches)

Precipitation

1 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 39 minutes

Sunshine hours

84%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Orkney reaches a maximum of 8, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 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 2 3 6 7 8 8 6 4 2 1 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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