August verdict

Durban, South Africa in August

Weather score59Good

Good for holiday weather

Average highs are around 23°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 7.3h per day, enough for a balanced month. Rainfall averages 54mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.

Durban, South Africa, South Africa travel weather guide
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August weather

Monthly averages

Temp

23°C

Rain

54mm

Sun

7.3h

Sea

21°C

Weather score

59

Good

Seasonal climate calendar

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Trip feel

Mild

Average highs are around 23°C, so days are mild rather than hot.

Drier

Rainfall averages 54mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.

Some sun

Sunshine averages 7.3h per day, enough for a balanced month.

Cool sea

Sea temperatures average 21°C, so the water can feel cool.

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Compare Durban, South Africa with nearby places by weather score, rain, sun, temperature, and swim conditions.

Temperature

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August23°C average high

August is cooler than the yearly average, which can make sightseeing feel gentler than in hotter months.

Warmest monthsJanuary to March and December

This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.

August54mm average rain

August sits on the drier side of Durban's year, which helps with sightseeing and transfers.

Driest monthsApril to August

This is the drier part of the year, when outdoor plans usually need less weather flexibility.

August7.3 hours average sun

August is close to Durban's usual sunshine level, with limited seasonal swing across the year.

Brightest monthsJanuary to August and December

This stretch has the strongest sunshine in the monthly averages.

Sea temperature

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August21°C average sea

August is one of the coolest sea months, so the water may feel fresher than in peak months.

Warmest seaJanuary to April

Sea temperatures are usually near 25°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.

Weather score

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August59 weather score

August is one of the weakest weather-score months, when the overall mix is less favourable than the rest of the year.

Best weather monthsJanuary to May and December

These months have the strongest weather score in the monthly averages.

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