August weather forecast
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

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Weather in August

The arrival of August marks the gradual shift from winter to spring. The average high temperature slightly rises to 5.6°C (42.1°F), and the days slowly start to lengthen with daylight lasting for about 9.9 hours. With snowfall decreasing to 25mm (0.98") across 5.5 days, cold winds continue to persist, maintaining a winter-like aura. The island’s natural beauty, now surrounded by melting ice and snow, begins to shine through.

Temperature

The arrival of August is marked by an average high-temperature of a still wintry 5.6°C (42.1°F), bearing a close resemblance to July. Nighttime temperature in Saunders Island Settlement sees a small decrement from daytime highs, dipping to an average of 2.7°C (36.9°F) during August.

Humidity

May through August, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Saunders Island Settlement, in August, during 11.9 rainfall days, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), there are 168.8 rainfall days, and 336mm (13.23") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months with snowfall in Saunders Island Settlement. In Saunders Island Settlement, in August, during 5.5 snowfall days, 25mm (0.98") of snow is typically accumulated. In Saunders Island Settlement, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.3 days and aggregates up to 116mm (4.57") of snow.

Sea temperature

July through October, with an average sea temperature of 6°C (42.8°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Saunders Island Settlement.
Note: In 6°C (42.8°F), even brief exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) feels biting, and anything less than 10°C (50°F) risks cold shock and impaired breathing, considering one's health.

Daylight

In Saunders Island Settlement, the average length of the day in August is 9h and 52min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 08:35 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 18:23 -03.

Sunshine

In Saunders Island Settlement, the average sunshine in August is 4.5h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Saunders Island Settlement. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

Is August cold in Saunders Island Settlement?

During August, Saunders Island Settlement experiences an average high-temperature of 5.6°C (42.1°F) and a low-temperature of 2.7°C (36.9°F).

What are the most humid months in Saunders Island Settlement?

May through August, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Saunders Island Settlement.

What is the average humidity in August in Saunders Island Settlement?

In Saunders Island Settlement, the average relative humidity in August is 80%.

How many days does it rain in August in Saunders Island Settlement?

In Saunders Island Settlement, during August, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in August in Saunders Island Settlement?

In Saunders Island Settlement, in August, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 25mm (0.98") of snow.

When is the sea coldest in Saunders Island Settlement?

The months with the coldest seawater in Saunders Island Settlement are July through October, with an average sea temperature of 6°C (42.8°F).

What is the sea water temperature in August in Saunders Island Settlement?

In Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), the average seawater temperature in August is 6°C (42.8°F). Swimming in 6°C (42.8°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Saunders Island Settlement have in August?

The average day length in August is 9h and 52min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Saunders Island Settlement?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:35 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, in Saunders Island Settlement, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 18:23 -03.

How long on average sun shines in August in Saunders Island Settlement?

The average sunshine duration in August is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Saunders Island Settlement?

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Saunders Island Settlement.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Saunders Island Settlement?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Saunders Island Settlement is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average temperature in August - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average high temperature in August: 5.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (13.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (5.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 2.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (8.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (2.2°C).

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Average pressure in August
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average pressure in August - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average pressure in August: 1004.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1007.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (999.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average wind speed in August - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average wind speed in August: 26.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (27.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (25.7km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average humidity in August - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average rainfall in August - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average rainfall in August: 31mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (36mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (21mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average rainfall days in August - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average snowfall in August - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average snowfall in August: 25mm

The month with the highest snowfall is July (35mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average snowfall days in August - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average snowfall days in August: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is July (7.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average sea temperature in August - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average sea temperature in August: 6°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (10°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August, September and October (6°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average daylight in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average sunshine days in August - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average UV index in August - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average UV index in August: 2

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average cloud cover in August - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average cloud cover in August: 60

The months with the most cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are October, November and December (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in August
Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average visibility in August - Saunders Island Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and September (9km).

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