August weather forecast
Ellerton, Barbados

August

Weather in August

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

Temperature

Ellerton's average high-temperature marks a still moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F) with the advent of August, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. Ellerton nights in August witness a mild cool down to an average temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it's vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

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. 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 August, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 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. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?
In Ellerton, 28.8°C (83.8°F) is the average high-temperature and 27.5°C (81.5°F) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the most humid month?
June through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are most humid months in Ellerton.
What is the average humidity in August?
In Ellerton, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.
What is the rainiest month?
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 24.9 days and accumulates 126mm (4.96") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in August in Ellerton?
In Ellerton, during August, the rain falls for 24.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 126mm (4.96") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Ellerton have in August?
In August, the average day length is 12h and 33min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
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 Ellerton, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:09 AST.
What month has the most sunshine?
August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in August in Ellerton?
The average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in August?
In Ellerton, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in August - Ellerton, Barbados
Average temperature in August
Ellerton, 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 - Ellerton, Barbados
Average pressure in August
Ellerton, 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 - Ellerton, Barbados
Average wind speed in August
Ellerton, 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 - Ellerton, Barbados
Average humidity in August
Ellerton, 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 - Ellerton, Barbados
Average rainfall in August
Ellerton, 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 - Ellerton, Barbados
Average rainfall days in August
Ellerton, 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 - Ellerton, Barbados
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ellerton, Barbados
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 3min

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 1min

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 - Ellerton, Barbados
Average sunshine days in August
Ellerton, 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 - Ellerton, Barbados
Average UV index in August
Ellerton, 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 - Ellerton, Barbados
Average cloud cover in August
Ellerton, 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 - Ellerton, Barbados
Average visibility in August
Ellerton, 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).

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