August weather forecast
Vaitahu, French Polynesia

August

Weather in August

August continues the preference for beach activities and sunbathing. The trend of declining rainfall further continues with rainfall measuring 25mm (0.98") and a simultaneous drop in the average temperature. Mornings in August often start with a rejuvenating, sunny glow followed by afternoons marked by moderate wind speeds. Evidently cooler than the preceding months, the weather remains equally attractive for sightseeing and outdoor adventures. Despite the reduction in the number of rainfall days, Vaitahu retains its natural and breathtaking appeal.

Temperature

In Vaitahu, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in August, averaging a high of 26.4°C (79.5°F) and a low of 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Vaitahu, in August, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation. In Vaitahu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 203.9 days and collects up to 428mm (16.85") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Vaitahu, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 48min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:44 -0930.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in August transforms into the following instructions:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?
Vaitahu notes the coldest temperatures in August, with a average high of 26.4°C (79.5°F) and a low of 25.1°C (77.2°F).
What is the temperature in August?
The high-temperature, in August, in Vaitahu, is 26.4°C (79.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to 25.1°C (77.2°F). In June, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in August?
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.
How many days does it rain in August?
In Vaitahu, in August, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in August?
In August, the average day length in Vaitahu is 11h and 48min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:44 -0930.
How long on average sun shines in August?
In Vaitahu, the average sunshine duration in August is 7.9h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index in Vaitahu are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index reading in August?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in August
Vaitahu, French Polynesia
  • Average high temperature in August: 26.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (28.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (26.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 25.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (27°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (25.1°C).

Average pressure in August
Vaitahu, French Polynesia
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.9mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are August and September (1012.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February, March and December (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Vaitahu, French Polynesia
  • Average wind speed in August: 27km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (28.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (22.3km/h).

Average humidity in August
Vaitahu, French Polynesia
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, September and December (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Vaitahu, French Polynesia
  • Average rainfall in August: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (22mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Vaitahu, French Polynesia
  • Average rainfall days in August: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (15.5 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Vaitahu, French Polynesia
  • 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Vaitahu, French Polynesia
  • Average sunshine days in August: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (8.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (5.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Vaitahu, French Polynesia
  • 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
Vaitahu, French Polynesia
  • Average cloud cover in August: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in August
Vaitahu, French Polynesia
  • 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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