Weather in August
Temperature
The months of March through November see the lowest levels of Diego Garcia's temperatures, averaging a high of 30°C (86°F).Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Diego Garcia is August, when the rain falls for 14 days and typically aggregates up to 298mm (11.73") of precipitation.Sea temperature
June through September, with an average sea temperature of 27°C (80.6°F), are months with the coldest seawater.Note: For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.
Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Diego Garcia is 11h and 53min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of August, in Diego Garcia, sunrise is at 07:11 and sunset at 19:09 +06.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Diego Garcia is 6.8h.UV index
January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 12 during August translates into these guidelines:
Utilize all vital precautions. Guarding against sun harm is non-negotiable. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. A sunscreen with at least SPF 30 should be used liberally and reapplied frequently on cloudy days, especially after swimming or an outdoor workout. Note! The Sun's UV radiation gets intensified with the reflection from sand and water.
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Average temperature in August
Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory
- Average high temperature in August: 30°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January, February and December (31°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (30°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 27°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are January, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (27°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February, June, July and November (26°C).
Average rainfall in August
Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory
- Average rainfall in August: 298mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (298mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (18mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory
- Average rainfall days in August: 14 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and March (1 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory
- Average sea temperature in August: 27°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are March and April (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are June, July, August and September (27°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory
- Average daylight in August: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 6h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and September (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average UV index in August
Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory
- Average UV index in August: 12
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 10).
Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory
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