August weather forecastLayou, Dominica
August weather for Layou, Dominica: The months with the highest humidity in Layou, Dominica, are May through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%. August in Layou, Dominica introduces the wettest month of the year with a significant surge in rainfall to 90mm (3.54").
August
Weather in August
August in Layou, Dominica introduces the wettest month of the year with a significant surge in rainfall to 90mm (3.54"). However, the figure is tempered by a slight dip in temperature, leading to a more bearable atmosphere. Continuing July's trajectory, wind speed keeps reducing. An abundance of cloud cover further accents the relief from the intense heat experienced in previous months.Temperature
Layou commences August with an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.9°C (84°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. In Layou, a slight decrease from the daytime peak is noted during the month of August, with an average low-temperature of 27.6°C (81.7°F).Heat index
The heat index in August is evaluated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Layou are May through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.Rainfall
In Layou, in August, it is raining for 22.1 days, with typically 90mm (3.54") of accumulated precipitation. In Layou, Dominica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 261.3 days and collects up to 724mm (28.5") of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 38min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:18 AST.
Sunshine
With an average of 10.4h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.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. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during August, leads to the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Layou, Dominica
- Average high temperature in August: 28.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (29°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (26.4°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 27.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (25.3°C).
Average pressure in August
Layou, Dominica
- Average pressure in August: 1014mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Layou, Dominica
- Average wind speed in August: 23.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (20.2km/h).
Average humidity in August
Layou, Dominica
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July, August and November (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Layou, Dominica
- Average rainfall in August: 90mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (91mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (26mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Layou, Dominica
- Average rainfall days in August: 22.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (18.1 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Layou, Dominica
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Layou, Dominica
- Average sunshine days in August: 4.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (6.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (1.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Layou, Dominica
- 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
Layou, Dominica
- Average cloud cover in August: 42
The months with the most cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in August
Layou, Dominica
- 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).
