August verdict

Richards Bay, South Africa in August

Weather score65Good

Good for holiday weather

Average highs are around 24°C, so days are mild rather than hot. Sunshine averages 8h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month. Rainfall averages 55mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.

Richards Bay, South Africa, South Africa travel weather guide
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August weather

Monthly averages

Temp

24°C

Rain

55mm

Sun

8h

Sea

21°C

Weather score

65

Good

Seasonal climate calendar

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Trip feel

Mild

Average highs are around 24°C, so days are mild rather than hot.

Drier

Rainfall averages 55mm, which is relatively low for holiday planning.

Bright

Sunshine averages 8h per day, so bright days are a strong part of the month.

Cool sea

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

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Temperature

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August24°C average high

August is on the cooler side of Richards Bay's year, useful if you prefer less intense daytime heat.

Warmest monthsJanuary to March and December

This stretch sets the upper range for average daytime heat.

August55mm average rain

August is one of Richards Bay's driest months, making outdoor days easier to plan than in wetter parts of the year.

Driest monthsMay to September

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

August8 hours average sun

August is part of a consistently bright year-round pattern, so sunny days are a steady part of the climate.

Brightest monthsAll year

Sunshine stays consistently strong through the year.

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 26°C in this stretch, so swimming comfort is at its strongest.

Weather score

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August65 weather score

August scores below Richards Bay's yearly average, so the weather trade-offs are more noticeable.

Best weather monthsJanuary to May and November to December

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

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