Average weather for Lesotho in August
It's cool to moderate in August in Lesotho with an average temperature of 18°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 16°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -1°C and 3°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Lesotho with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 1°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps rise to around 19°C, with nights around 2°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Lesotho is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 2°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
In August, there is an average of 15 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,0 cm falls as snow in August. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Lesotho in August |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
18°C | 30°C | |
 Max. temperature |
20°C | 31°C | |
| Min. temperature |
16°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
15 mm | 79 mm | |
| Rainy days |
3 days | 13 days | |
 Total snowfall |
1,0 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy days |
1 day | 0 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Lesotho?
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Lesotho. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 29°C in 2015, Lesotho reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 5°C in 2020. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -9°C to a highest value of 15°C.
Check out the climate of Lesotho for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Lesotho is based on weather data from Maseru. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Lesotho to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in August in Lesotho
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Lesotho, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in August in Lesotho
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Lesotho, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for August, you can expect about 3 days of precipitation in Lesotho.
Daily Snowfall in August in Lesotho
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in August in Lesotho, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in August.
Daily UV index in August in Lesotho
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Lesotho, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in August in Lesotho over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Lesotho, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Lesotho over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Lesotho, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in August in Lesotho per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in August in Lesotho, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in August for Lesotho
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Average weather in Lesotho by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Lesotho. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
