Grahamstown in August
8.2out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 21°C. Some rain: about 6 rainy days.
21°CAvg high
8°CAvg low
6Rainy days (35 mm)
10:46 hDaylight
06:55Sunrise · 17:41 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 21°C
- Some rain: about 6 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in August is fairly consistent from year to year (2.1 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C | 16°C | 63 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
| February | 28°C | 16°C | 65 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| March | 27°C | 15°C | 59 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| April | 24°C | 13°C | 49 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| May | 23°C | 10°C | 22 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| June | 21°C | 8°C | 22 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.3 |
| July | 21°C | 7°C | 22 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.4 |
| August | 21°C | 8°C | 35 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.2 |
| September | 23°C | 9°C | 40 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.2 |
| October | 23°C | 11°C | 56 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| November | 24°C | 12°C | 60 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| December | 26°C | 15°C | 62 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Grahamstown in August?
Daytime highs average 21°C and nights about 8°C.
When is the best time to visit Grahamstown?
The best months are May, July, June, August.