Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
August
Weather in August
Temperature
Long Swamp, British Virgin Islands, ushers in August with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. In Long Swamp, August's low temperatures hover around a still warm 27.7°C (81.9°F), reflecting a minor decrease from the daytime highs.Heat index
In August, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
The wettest months are August and October, with an average 113mm (4.45") of rainfall.Daylight
In Long Swamp, 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 18:52. On the last day of August, in Long Swamp, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:33 AST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 9.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index 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 in Long Swamp. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 7 during August leads to these advisories:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.
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Average temperature in August
Long Swamp, 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
Long Swamp, 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
Long Swamp, 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
Long Swamp, 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
Long Swamp, 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
Long Swamp, 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
Long Swamp, 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
Long Swamp, 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
Long Swamp, 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
Long Swamp, 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
Long Swamp, 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).
