August weather forecast
Newport, Jamaica

The last month of the summer, August, is a hot month in Newport, Jamaica, with an average temperature ranging between min 21.9°C (71.4°F) and max 30°C (86°F).

Temperature

Newport's temperatures tend to reach their peak averages in August, with a high of 30°C (86°F) and a low of 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is evaluated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Newport is 82%.

Rainfall

In Newport, in August, it is raining for 25.2 days, with typically 145mm (5.71") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Newport, there are 297.9 rainfall days, and 1472mm (57.95") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Newport, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:24 EST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Newport is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. 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. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.