August weather - Winter 2024 - Kingston, Norfolk Island

Weather in August
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Average pressure in August
Average wind speed in August
Average humidity in August
Average rainfall in August
Average rainfall days in August
Average sea temperature in August
Average daylight in August
Average sunshine in August
Average sunshine days in August
Average UV index in August
Average cloud cover in August
Average visibility in August

The old abandoned town of Kingston in Norfolk Island, with the sea and far view of islands

Weather in August

August's weather picture in Kingston reflects slight recovery from July's cold. Despite the upward movement in temperatures, August remains largely dry with only 43mm (1.69") of precipitation. A drop in cloud cover percentage leads to more sunshine hours and days compared to previous months. The sea temperature begins to rise slowly yet remains relatively cool. This month records the slowest wind speeds on average at only 21.7km/h (13.5mph).

Temperature

The month of August sees the lowest average temperatures in Kingston, reaching 21.3°C (70.3°F) at the peak and 20.1°C (68.2°F) at the low.

Humidity

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months in Kingston.

Rainfall

In August, in Kingston, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout August, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kingston, there are 201.4 rainfall days, and 682mm (26.85") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 18.8°C (65.8°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater in Kingston.
Note: For most, swimming in 18.8°C (65.8°F) is not a pleasant activity. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Kingston is 11h and 6min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 17:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:33 +11.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Kingston is 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in August translates into these instructions:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Kingston?

August is Kingston's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 21.3°C (70.3°F) and lows of 20.1°C (68.2°F).

What is the average August temperature in Kingston?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Kingston, is 21.3°C (70.3°F), while the average low-temperature is 20.1°C (68.2°F).

What is the least humid month in Kingston?

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the least humid months in Kingston.

What is the average humidity in August in Kingston?

In Kingston, the average relative humidity in August is 72%.

How much does it rain in Kingston in August?

In Kingston, in August, during 15.6 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the coldest sea water in Kingston?

With an average sea temperature of 18.8°C (65.8°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater in Kingston.

What is the sea water temperature in August in Kingston?

In Kingston, Norfolk Island, in August, the average water temperature is 18.8°C (65.8°F). For most, swimming in 18.8°C (65.8°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

What is the average length of the day in August in Kingston?

In Kingston, the average day length in August is 11h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Kingston?

On the first day of August in Kingston, Norfolk Island, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 17:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:33 +11.

How long on average sun shines in August in Kingston?

In Kingston, the average sunshine duration in August is 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Kingston?

March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August in Kingston?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Kingston is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J August S O N D

Jul

August

Sep

Average high temperature

21.8°C 71.2°F

21.3°C 70.3°F

21.5°C 70.7°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

24.9km/h 15.5mph

22.6km/h 14mph

22.1km/h 13.7mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

18.3

15.6

13.1

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

7.3

8.9

10.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average high temperature in August: 21.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (26.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (21.3°C).

Average low temperature in August: 20.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (20.1°C).

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Average pressure in August
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average pressure in August: 1017.2mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July, August and September (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1008.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average wind speed in August: 21.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (26.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (21.6km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average humidity in August: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average rainfall in August: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (108mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (25mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average rainfall days in August: 15.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (13.1 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average sea temperature in August: 18.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (23.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (18.8°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average daylight in August: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

Average sunshine in August: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average sunshine days in August: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (13.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (6.3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January and February (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in August
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average cloud cover in August: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in August
Kingston, Norfolk Island

Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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August weather forecast
Kingston, Norfolk Island

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