Temperature
Pleasant by day, brisk at night.
76°Ftypical Aug high
Madikwe Game Reserve
South Africa · Africa
Madikwe Game Reserve is most comfortable in local winter and early local autumn. Local summers are warm and local winters are mild. The wetter months are roughly October to April. Humidity is usually low.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
42°F to 87°F
Rain
6 days/mo
Sunshine
10.8 h/day
Humidity feel
Generally dry
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
One of the driest months, with very little rain.
3%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Plenty of sun this month.
10.6 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Brief hot afternoons are possible, with mostly dry air.
Very dryAug heat feel
Easy airWarm airHot airHumid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 69° and nights feel near 43°.
Very coldColdCoolComfortableWarmHotNight shading
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, and wind
Cloud cover
Predominantly clear skies.
86%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 75°F, easing to about 64°F in early evening.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning60°F
Rain2%
Cloud15%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityModerate
Midday75°F
Rain1%
Cloud15%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityStrong
Late afternoon75°F
Rain1%
Cloud13%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityModerate
evening64°F
Rain1%
Cloud12%
Humid airLow
Sun intensityMinimal
Best windowWind pattern
Calm winds are typical in August.
7 mphAug Light breeze
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Want a side-by-side climate view? Compare Madikwe Game Reserve with Chobe National Park.
Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jul 31, 2026
Data & methodology