August weather forecast
South Point, Christmas Island

August

Weather in August

The weather in August remains similar to that of July. The quantity of rainfall remains minimal and consistent. Notably, peak gust wind speed edges slightly higher reaching 21.6km/h (13.4mph), the fastest for the year. Despite this, the humidity and temperature levels follow the figures from the past months closely. The daylight duration remains nearly unchanged, neither decreasing nor increasing significantly.

Temperature

The coldest period falls in July and August, when the average high-temperature reaches 26.9°C (80.4°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 13.9 days and accumulates 25mm (0.98") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:54 +07.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. 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. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest?
In South Point, the coldest period comes during July and August, when the average high-temperature touches 26.9°C (80.4°F).
What is the temperature in August?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in South Point, Christmas Island, during August are 26.9°C (80.4°F) and 21.6°C (70.9°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in June is evaluated at 32°C (89.6°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
In August, the average relative humidity is 80%.
What is the driest month?
August is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 13.9 days and accumulates 25mm (0.98") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in August?
In South Point, in August, during 13.9 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does South Point have in August?
In August, the average day length is 11h and 46min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:54 +07.
How many hours of sunshine does South Point have in August?
The average sunshine duration in August is 8.6h.
When is the lowest UV index?
May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in August?
In South Point, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average visibility
Average temperature in August - South Point, Christmas Island
Average temperature in August
South Point, Christmas Island
  • Average high temperature in August: 26.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (28.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (26.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 21.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (23.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.6°C).

Average pressure in August - South Point, Christmas Island
Average pressure in August
South Point, Christmas Island
  • Average pressure in August: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in August - South Point, Christmas Island
Average wind speed in August
South Point, Christmas Island
  • Average wind speed in August: 15.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8.9km/h).

Average humidity in August - South Point, Christmas Island
Average humidity in August
South Point, Christmas Island
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and November (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (78%).

Average rainfall in August - South Point, Christmas Island
Average rainfall in August
South Point, Christmas Island
  • Average rainfall in August: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (140mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (25mm).

Average rainfall days in August - South Point, Christmas Island
Average rainfall days in August
South Point, Christmas Island
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (13.9 days).

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - South Point, Christmas Island
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
South Point, Christmas Island
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August - South Point, Christmas Island
Average sunshine days in August
South Point, Christmas Island
  • Average sunshine days in August: 7.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and August (7.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.4 days).

Average UV index in August - South Point, Christmas Island
Average UV index in August
South Point, Christmas Island
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August - South Point, Christmas Island
Average cloud cover in August
South Point, Christmas Island
  • Average cloud cover in August: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in August - South Point, Christmas Island
Average visibility in August
South Point, Christmas Island
  • 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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