The weather in August in Plettenberg Bay

It's pleasantly warm in August in Plettenberg Bay with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 17°C to a high of 25°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 13°C.

Looking for sun? August isn’t a good month to be in Plettenberg Bay. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.

Average temperatures and precipitation

This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Plettenberg Bay, South Africa. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.

Temperature records

With 34°C in 2023, Plettenberg Bay reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 5°C to a highest value of 21°C.

Water temperature

The water temperature at Plettenberg Bay is 19°C this month. Refreshing if you feel like a swim.

Rainfall amount

In August, there is an average of 118 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.

Daily weather in August for Plettenberg Bay

Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Plettenberg Bay. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

August weather comparison

  Plettenberg Bay New York
Average temperature 20°C 30°C
Max. temperature 25°C 31°C
Min. temperature 9°C -5°C
Total precipitation 118 mm 79 mm
Rainy days 14 days 13 days

Start of August

The month of August starts in Plettenberg Bay with mild temps, averaging around 20°C during the day and nights around 11°C.

Mid August

By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 20°C, with nights around 12°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.

End of August

By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Plettenberg Bay is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 12°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny 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.

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Temperature charts

These charts show the average temperatures in August in Plettenberg Bay, South Africa. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Daily Temperature in August in Plettenberg Bay

Temperature in August in Plettenberg Bay over the years

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Plettenberg Bay, South Africa. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.

Daily Precipitation in August in Plettenberg Bay

Total precipitation in August in Plettenberg Bay over the years

Daily UV index in August in Plettenberg Bay

This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Plettenberg Bay, 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.

Weather experiences in August in Plettenberg Bay

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Although the sun did not always shine and it rained occasionally, it had a special charm. The temperature was mild, perfect for local wine tastings and nature walks.— This text is automatically translated to English

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Average weather in Plettenberg Bay by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Plettenberg Bay. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.