South AfricaThe weather in August in Swellendam
It's pleasantly warm in August in Swellendam with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 6°C and 9°C.
Looking for great weather? August is a good time to be in Swellendam. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much 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 Swellendam, 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, Swellendam reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 0°C to a highest value of 15°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 30 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in August for Swellendam
Click on any day in August to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Swellendam. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
August weather comparison
| Swellendam | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 20°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 22°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 6°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 30 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 7 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in Swellendam with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 7°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps drop to around 20°C, with nights around 8°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in Swellendam is around 21°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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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 Swellendam, 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 Swellendam
Temperature in August in Swellendam over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August in Swellendam, 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 Swellendam
Total precipitation in August in Swellendam over the years
Daily UV index in August in Swellendam
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August in Swellendam, 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 Swellendam by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Swellendam. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.