August weather forecast
Hannah, British Virgin Islands

August

Weather in August

The tropical air continues in August, with temperatures showing a slight increment. August is notorious for its high rainfall volume, standing as the month with the highest rainfall throughout the year. The abundance of rain creates an ideal environment for flora to flourish. While the cloud cover is relatively high, the sunshine hours sufficiently balance it out. The gentle wind continues to waft through mitigating the warmth to a certain extent.

Temperature

In August, Hannah notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.8°C (83.8°F), hardly different from the preceding month. August nights witness a slight temperature decrease, averaging at a still moderately hot 27.7°C (81.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is evaluated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

In Hannah, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are August and October, with an average 113mm (4.45") of rainfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:33 AST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Hannah, British Virgin Islands, is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Hannah are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in August leads to these recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?
In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 28.8°C (83.8°F) and 27.7°C (81.9°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.
What is the wettest month?
The wettest months are August and October, with an average 113mm (4.45") of rainfall.
How many days does it rain in August?
In Hannah, in August, during 24.8 rainfall days, 113mm (4.45") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Hannah have in August?
In August, the average day length is 12h and 44min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:33 AST.
How long on average sun shines in August?
In August, the average sunshine duration is 9.1h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index in Hannah are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
How high is the UV index in August?
The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average visibility
Average temperature in August
Hannah, British Virgin Islands
  • Average high temperature in August: 28.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (28.9°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (25.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 27.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (24.7°C).

Average pressure in August
Hannah, British Virgin Islands
  • Average pressure in August: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Hannah, British Virgin Islands
  • Average wind speed in August: 23.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (24.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (18.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Hannah, British Virgin Islands
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March, October and December (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Hannah, British Virgin Islands
  • Average rainfall in August: 113mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and October (113mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (28mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Hannah, British Virgin Islands
  • Average rainfall days in August: 24.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (24.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (17.5 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Hannah, British Virgin Islands
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Hannah, British Virgin Islands
  • Average sunshine days in August: 1.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (7.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.7 days).

Average UV index in August
Hannah, British Virgin Islands
  • 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
Hannah, British Virgin Islands
  • Average cloud cover in August: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are May, July and August (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in August
Hannah, British Virgin Islands
  • 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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