August weather forecast
Fairfield, Barbados

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Weather in August

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

Temperature

With the onset of August, a modest change to a still warm 28.8°C (83.8°F) from July's 28.4°C (83.1°F) is noted in high-temperature. During August, Fairfield's nighttime temperatures demonstrate a subtle cooling from daytime highs, stabilizing at a still moderately hot 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Fairfield 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

In Fairfield, 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 18:24. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:09 AST.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.2h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Fairfield, Barbados.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Fairfield, Barbados, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during August translates into these guidelines:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Fairfield in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Fairfield, is 28.8°C (83.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 27.5°C (81.5°F). 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 are the most humid months in Fairfield?

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

What is the average humidity in August in Fairfield?

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

What is the wettest month in Fairfield?

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

How much does it rain in Fairfield in August?

In Fairfield, during August, the rain falls for 24.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 126mm (4.96") of precipitation.

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

In August, the average day length in Fairfield is 12h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Fairfield?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:09 AST.

What month has the most sunshine in Fairfield?

The month with the most sunshine in Fairfield, Barbados, is August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairfield have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Fairfield, Barbados, is 10.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Fairfield?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Fairfield?

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

What is the UV index reading in August in Fairfield?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Fairfield, Barbados

Average temperature in August - Fairfield, 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).

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Average pressure in August
Fairfield, Barbados

Average pressure in August - Fairfield, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Fairfield, Barbados

Average wind speed in August - Fairfield, 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).

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Average humidity in August
Fairfield, Barbados

Average humidity in August - Fairfield, 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%).

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Average rainfall in August
Fairfield, Barbados

Average rainfall in August - Fairfield, 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).

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Average rainfall days in August
Fairfield, Barbados

Average rainfall days in August - Fairfield, 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).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Fairfield, 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).

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Average sunshine days in August
Fairfield, Barbados

Average sunshine days in August - Fairfield, 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).

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Average UV index in August
Fairfield, Barbados

Average UV index in August - Fairfield, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Fairfield, Barbados

Average cloud cover in August - Fairfield, 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).

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Average visibility in August
Fairfield, Barbados

Average visibility in August - Fairfield, 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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Fairfield, Barbados

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