August weather forecastJamaica, Cuba

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Jamaica, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.1°C (75.4°F) and an average high of 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Temperature

Jamaica's August weather reaches an average high of 31.8°C (89.2°F) and an average low of 24.1°C (75.4°F), making it the warmest month.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is appraised at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Jamaica, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In Jamaica, in August, it is raining for 18.6 days, with typically 67mm (2.64") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 209 rainfall days, and 646mm (25.43") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Jamaica is 12h and 48min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 19:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:16 CDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.5h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Jamaica.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Jamaica are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.