August weather forecast
Porus, Jamaica

The height of summertime in Porus extends into August with similar high temperatures as July, hitting a peak of 30°C (86°F). However, unlike the preceding month, August records an increase in rainfall averaging up to 145mm (5.71"). Additionally, daylight hours begin to decrease to 12.7 hours. As the wind speed reduces marginally, the overall humidity registers a minimal rise. Thus, August balances the summertime warmth with refreshing, frequent showers.

Temperature

In Porus, August is identified by the highest average temperatures, reaching a peak of 30°C (86°F) and a low of 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index in August is evaluated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 82%.

Rainfall

In Porus, during August, the rain falls for 25.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 145mm (5.71") of precipitation. In Porus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 297.9 days and collects up to 1472mm (57.95") of precipitation.

Daylight

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 in Porus, Jamaica, are July and August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

UV index

In Porus, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.