August weather forecastBelle, Barbados

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Belle, Barbados, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.5°C (81.5°F) and an average high of 28.8°C (83.8°F).

Temperature

August brings a marginal elevation to a still warm 28.8°C (83.8°F) from July's 28.4°C (83.1°F) in Belle's average high-temperatures. During August, nights in Belle cool slightly to an average low of 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for August is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Belle. Rain falls for 24.9 days and accumulates 126mm (4.96") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:09 AST.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Belle. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Belle. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Updated: Jan 29, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in August, in Belle, records 28.8°C (83.8°F), while the low-temperature is 27.5°C (81.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 34°C (93.2°F).

June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months in Belle, Barbados.

In Belle, Barbados, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

The month with the most rainfall in Belle, Barbados, is August, when the rain falls for 24.9 days and typically aggregates up to 126mm (4.96") of precipitation.

In Belle, in August, during 24.9 rainfall days, 126mm (4.96") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in August in Belle, Barbados, is 12h and 33min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, in Belle, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:09 AST.

August has the most sunshine of the year in Belle, Barbados, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in August in Belle is 10.2h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Belle is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Average high temperature

28.4°C

28.8°C

28.9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

27km/h

23km/h

19.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

1.3

2.7

5.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Belle, Barbados

Average high temperature in August: 28.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.8°C).

Average low temperature in August: 27.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.7°C).

Average pressure in August
Belle, Barbados

Average pressure in August: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Belle, Barbados

Average wind speed in August: 22.2km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (28.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (19.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
Belle, Barbados

Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Belle, Barbados

Average rainfall in August: 126mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (13mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Belle, Barbados

Average rainfall days in August: 24.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.3 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Belle, Barbados

Average daylight in August: 12h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

Average sunshine in August: 10h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Belle, Barbados

Average sunshine days in August: 2.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (1.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Belle, Barbados

Average UV index in August: 7

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

Average cloud cover in August
Belle, Barbados

Average cloud cover in August: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in August
Belle, Barbados

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).