August weather forecast
Road Town, British Virgin Islands

A view of the Road Town in the British Virgin Islands from the Mount Sage National Park in Tortola
A view of the Road Town in the British Virgin Islands from the Mount Sage National Park in Tortola

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Road Town, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.7°C (81.9°F) and an average high of 28.8°C (83.8°F).

Temperature

In August, the average high-temperature is practically the same as in July - a still warm 28.8°C (83.8°F). The average low-temperature, in Road Town, is 27.7°C (81.9°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is estimated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like', 'real feel', 'apparent temperature', or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. This effect is subjective, depending on the activity and individual's heat perception influenced by various reasons (wind, differences in body mass, height, and shape, metabolic differences). Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Road Town 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 August, 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.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Road Town is 9.1h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Road Town. The months with the lowest UV index in Road Town are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in August interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect 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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FAQ

What is the temperature in August in Road Town?

The average high-temperature, in August, is 28.8°C (83.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 27.7°C (81.9°F). in August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 34°C (93.2°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Road Town?

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

What is the wettest month in Road Town?

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

How much does it rain in Road Town in August?

In Road Town, in August, it is raining for 24.8 days, with typically 113mm (4.45") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in August in Road Town?

In Road Town, the average day length in August is 12h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Road Town?

On the first day of August in Road Town, British Virgin Islands, 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 Road Town?

In Road Town, British Virgin Islands, the average sunshine duration in August is 9.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Road Town?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Road Town?

The months with the lowest UV index in Road Town, British Virgin Islands, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Road Town?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Road Town, British Virgin Islands

Average temperature in August - Road Town, 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).

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Average pressure in August
Road Town, British Virgin Islands

Average pressure in August - Road Town, 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).

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Average wind speed in August
Road Town, British Virgin Islands

Average wind speed in August - Road Town, 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).

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Average humidity in August
Road Town, British Virgin Islands

Average humidity in August - Road Town, 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%).

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Average rainfall in August
Road Town, British Virgin Islands

Average rainfall in August - Road Town, 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).

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Average rainfall days in August
Road Town, British Virgin Islands

Average rainfall days in August - Road Town, 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).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Road Town, British Virgin Islands

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Road Town, 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).

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Average sunshine days in August
Road Town, British Virgin Islands

Average sunshine days in August - Road Town, 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).

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Average UV index in August
Road Town, British Virgin Islands

Average UV index in August - Road Town, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Road Town, British Virgin Islands

Average cloud cover in August - Road Town, 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).

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Average visibility in August
Road Town, British Virgin Islands

Average visibility in August - Road Town, 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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