August weather forecast
Collins, Barbados

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Collins, Barbados, with an average temperature varying between 28.8°C (83.8°F) and 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Temperature

August brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.8°C (83.8°F), showing a slight difference from July's 28.4°C (83.1°F). Collins, during August nights, observes a steady temperature, averaging at a still moderately hot 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Collins are June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Collins. Rain falls for 24.9 days and accumulates 126mm (4.96") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of August in Collins, Barbados, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:09 AST.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year in Collins, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
Updated: Jan 29, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Collins in August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Collins, is 28.8°C (83.8°F) and the average low-temperature is 27.5°C (81.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 34°C (93.2°F).

What is the most humid month in Collins?

The months with the highest humidity in Collins, Barbados, are June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in August in Collins?

In Collins, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Collins?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 24.9 days and accumulates 126mm (4.96") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Collins in August?

In Collins, Barbados, during August, the rain falls for 24.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 126mm (4.96") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Collins have in August?

The average day length in August is 12h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Collins?

On the first day of August in Collins, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:09 AST.

What month has the most sunshine in Collins?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Collins?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Collins?

The months with the highest UV index in Collins, Barbados, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Collins?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Collins.

What is the UV index reading in August in Collins?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Collins is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Collins, Barbados

Average temperature in August - Collins, Barbados
  • Average high temperature in August: 28.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 27.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.7°C).

Average pressure in August
Collins, Barbados

Average pressure in August - Collins, Barbados
  • Average pressure in August: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Collins, Barbados

Average wind speed in August - Collins, Barbados
  • Average wind speed in August: 22.2km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (28.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (19.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
Collins, Barbados

Average humidity in August - Collins, Barbados
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Collins, Barbados

Average rainfall in August - Collins, Barbados
  • Average rainfall in August: 126mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (13mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Collins, Barbados

Average rainfall days in August - Collins, Barbados
  • Average rainfall days in August: 24.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.3 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Collins, Barbados

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Collins, Barbados
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Collins, Barbados

Average sunshine days in August - Collins, Barbados
  • Average sunshine days in August: 2.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (1.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Collins, Barbados

Average UV index in August - Collins, Barbados
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in August
Collins, Barbados

Average cloud cover in August - Collins, Barbados
  • Average cloud cover in August: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in August
Collins, Barbados

Average visibility in August - Collins, Barbados
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

Collins, Barbados

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