August weather forecast
Avarua District, Cook Islands

August sees a departure from dry conditions as rainfall escalates to 152mm (5.98") from 102mm (4.02") in July. The town's temperature reads remain much on par with July's averages. An additional hour of daylight tags along with these conditions. Nevertheless, the sun punctuates through more frequently in August, elongating sunshine hours. Despite the rise in precipitation, the town of Avarua continues to enjoy warm, tropical weather.

Temperature

July and August are identified as the coldest months in Avarua District, with an average high-temperature of 25°C (77°F).

Rainfall

In August, in Avarua District, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout August, 152mm (5.98") of precipitation is accumulated. In Avarua District, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114 days and collects up to 2190mm (86.22") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

August and September, with an average sea temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: Given an individual's cold sensitivity, considering factors like sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a brief swim in 24.5°C (76.1°F) water might be pleasurable. (FYI: The standard water temperature for Olympic swimming contests is 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Avarua District is 11h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:30 -10.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Avarua District, Cook Islands, is August, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

UV index

In Avarua District, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 8 in August translates into this advice:
Ensure safety measures are in place, as skin and eyes are vulnerable to quick damage. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Caution! The reflection of sand and water significantly increases the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.