August weather forecast
Gibbons, Barbados

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Gibbons, Barbados, with an average temperature varying between 28.8°C (83.8°F) and 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Temperature

August brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F), showing a slight difference from July's 28.4°C (83.1°F). August's average low-temperature in Gibbons, Barbados, is a still moderately hot 27.5°C (81.5°F), reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak temperatures.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Gibbons 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 05:46 and sunset at 18:09 AST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Gibbons is August, 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 in Gibbons, Barbados. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. 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. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Gibbons in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during August are 28.8°C (83.8°F) and 27.5°C (81.5°F) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).

What are the most humid months in Gibbons?

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

What is the average humidity in August in Gibbons?

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

What is the rainiest month in Gibbons?

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

How many days does it rain in August in Gibbons?

In August, the rain falls for 24.9 days. Throughout August, 126mm (4.96") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Gibbons have in August?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Gibbons?

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, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:09 AST.

What month has the most sunshine in Gibbons?

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

How long on average sun shines in August in Gibbons?

In Gibbons, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Gibbons?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Gibbons?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Gibbons?

In Gibbons, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Gibbons, Barbados

Average temperature in August - Gibbons, 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
Gibbons, Barbados

Average pressure in August - Gibbons, 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
Gibbons, Barbados

Average wind speed in August - Gibbons, 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
Gibbons, Barbados

Average humidity in August - Gibbons, 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
Gibbons, Barbados

Average rainfall in August - Gibbons, 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
Gibbons, Barbados

Average rainfall days in August - Gibbons, 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
Gibbons, Barbados

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Gibbons, 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
Gibbons, Barbados

Average sunshine days in August - Gibbons, 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
Gibbons, Barbados

Average UV index in August - Gibbons, 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
Gibbons, Barbados

Average cloud cover in August - Gibbons, 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
Gibbons, Barbados

Average visibility in August - Gibbons, 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).

Gibbons, Barbados

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