Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Plettenberg Bay, South Africa, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 13°C (56°F). Highs can soar to 24°C (76°F), while lows may dip to 7°C (45°F). Typically, the humidity level in Plettenberg Bay throughout August hovers around 73%.
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In August, Plettenberg Bay averages 63 mm (2.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 10 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 10 hours 53 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 8 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 61% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In August, the UV Index in Plettenberg Bay 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 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||||