South AfricaThe weather in August in Polokwane
It's warm in August in Polokwane with an average temperature of 24°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 27°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 7°C and 10°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Polokwane. The temperatures are nice, and there’s little chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in August for Polokwane, 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 33°C in 2023, Polokwane reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 1°C to a highest value of 19°C.
Rainfall amount
According to weather history, there is only 0,2 mm of precipitation in August. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in August for Polokwane
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Polokwane. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Polokwane | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 24°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 27°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 7°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 0,2 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 1 day | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Polokwane with warm temps, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights around 8°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps rise to around 25°C, with nights around 9°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Polokwane is around 25°C, while nighttime temps are about 10°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly sunny.
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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.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August in Polokwane, 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 Polokwane
Temperature in August in Polokwane over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Polokwane, 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 Polokwane
Total precipitation in August in Polokwane over the years
Daily UV index in August in Polokwane
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Polokwane, 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.
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Average weather in Polokwane by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Polokwane. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.