South AfricaAverage weather for Durban in August
It's warm in August in Durban with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 22°C to a high of 26°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 14°C.
Start of August
The month of August starts in Durban with warm temps, averaging around 24°C during the day and nights around 12°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 24°C, with nights around 13°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 Durban is around 24°C, while nighttime temps are about 13°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Durban is 23°C this month. Comfortable for a swim.
In August, there is an average of 19 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Durban in August |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
24°C | 30°C | |
 Max. temperature |
26°C | 31°C | |
| Min. temperature |
22°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
19 mm | 79 mm | |
| Rainy days |
4 days | 13 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is August a good time to visit Durban?
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Durban. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Temperature records
With 35°C in 2019, Durban reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 15°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 5°C to a highest value of 21°C.
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Daily Temperature in August in Durban
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in August for Durban, 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.
Weather experiences in August in Durban
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Daily Precipitation in August in Durban
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in August for Durban, 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 4 days of precipitation in Durban.
Daily UV index in August in Durban
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Durban, 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 Durban over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in August in Durban, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in August in Durban over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in August in Durban, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in August for Durban
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Weather experiences in August in Durban
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Dry, sunny and pleasant, temperatures around 20 degrees. However, a light jacket is recommended for the evening.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Durban by month
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