Mthatha in August
8.3out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 21°C. Some rain: about 5 rainy days.
21°CAvg high
7°CAvg low
5Rainy days (32 mm)
10:51 hDaylight
06:44Sunrise · 17:34 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 21°C
- Some rain: about 5 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 (2.3 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 | 25°C | 15°C | 146 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.3 |
| February | 26°C | 16°C | 131 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.7 |
| March | 25°C | 15°C | 120 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.8 |
| April | 23°C | 12°C | 75 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| May | 22°C | 9°C | 27 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| June | 20°C | 6°C | 24 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.3 |
| July | 20°C | 6°C | 22 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.4 |
| August | 21°C | 7°C | 32 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.3 |
| September | 23°C | 9°C | 56 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| October | 22°C | 11°C | 96 mm | 15 | – | – | 7.1 |
| November | 23°C | 12°C | 130 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.7 |
| December | 24°C | 14°C | 140 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Mthatha in August?
Daytime highs average 21°C and nights about 7°C.
When is the best time to visit Mthatha?
The best months are May, July, June, August.