August weather forecast
Cofresi, Dominican Republic

August's weather prolongs summer's dominance in Cofresi. The sea reaches its warmest annual temperature at 29°C (84.2°F), reciprocating the warmth from the land. More sunshine and high temperatures are witnessed, typical of the summer weather. Notably, a slight rise in rainfall is experienced, but this slightly impacts the number of sunny days. Looking forward to September, expect a decrease in sea temperatures and an increase in rainfall.

Temperature

June through October are the warmest months, with an average high-temperature of 32°C (89.6°F).

Rainfall

In Cofresi, in August, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 80mm (3.15") of accumulated precipitation. In Cofresi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160 days and collects up to 1702mm (67.01") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The months with the warmest seawater are August through October, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F).
Note: Water temperatures ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are regarded as very warm, making swimming, diving, and similar water activities pleasurable for extended periods.

Daylight

In Cofresi, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 19:19. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:58 AST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are June through August, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 12 during August leads to these advisories:
Take every vital safeguard, as unprotected skin and eyes may suffer burns rapidly. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher should be applied generously and frequently reapplied even on cloudy days, especially after each swim or outdoor workout. Take note! The UV strength of the Sun elevates when reflected off water and sand.