August weather forecast
Nueva Gerona, Cuba

August persists with the established weather pattern of warmth and high rainfall. The month sees rainfall reach 189mm (7.44") in Nueva Gerona, while average low and high temperatures maintain at 24°C (75.2°F) and 32°C (89.6°F), respectively. With the sea temperature at its warmest and daylight hours slightly decreasing, August continues as a month ideal for water activities amidst the tropical heat and frequent showers.

Temperature

Nueva Gerona experiences peak temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 32°C (89.6°F) during June through September.

Rainfall

In August, in Nueva Gerona, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout August, 189mm (7.44") of precipitation is accumulated. In Nueva Gerona, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119 days and collects up to 1426mm (56.14") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The months with the warmest seawater in Nueva Gerona, Cuba, are August and September, with an average sea temperature of 30°C (86°F).
Note: The joy of experiencing a cool dive can be less in waters above 30°C (86°F).

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Nueva Gerona is 12h and 52min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 20:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 19:48 CDT.

Sunshine

In Nueva Gerona, the average sunshine in August is 8h.

UV index

April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 12 during August leads to these advisories:
Take all critical precautions, unprotected skin might burn swiftly. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Even on a cloudy day, a sunscreen with at least a 30 SPF should be applied generously and frequently reapplied, including after a swim or outdoor exercise. Caution! The mirror effect of sand and water ups the UV radiation strength.