Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Hermanus, South Africa, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 13°C (56°F). Highs can soar to 21°C (70°F), while lows may dip to 8°C (48°F). Typically, the humidity level in Hermanus throughout August hovers around 77%.
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In August, Hermanus averages 77 mm (3.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 10 hours 52 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 56 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 52% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Hermanus reaches a maximum of 6, indicating a level of High exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 25 minutes.
| 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 | |
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| UVI | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||||