August weather forecast
Gibraltar, Gibraltar

The weather in August maintains similar conditions to July, with peak summer temperatures and long sunshine hours. Sea temperatures reach a yearly high of 23.3°C (73.9°F) encouraging swimming and other aquatic activities. Rainfall remains negligible with a mere 3mm (0.12") spread over one day, maintaining the arid summer charm. The long daylight hours and high UV index continue, fostering an ideal environment for beach hangouts and boat rides. Gibraltar's summer glory is truly palpable during this vibrant month.

Temperature

August is the month when Gibraltar's temperatures reach their peak, with averages of 29°C (84.2°F) and lows of 21°C (69.8°F).

Rainfall

In Gibraltar, during August, the rain falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 63.5 rainfall days, and 767mm (30.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F), August is the month with the warmest seawater.
Note: For someone not comfortable with cold, swimming in 23.3°C (73.9°F) waters might be a stretch. However, with favorable conditions like abundant sunshine, mild wind, and warm air temperatures, the experience can be improved. And while wetsuits are not a must, they can be considered.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 30min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 21:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:52 and sunset at 20:50 CEST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are June through August, with an average of 11h of sunshine.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 9. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 9 leads to the following instructions:
Be sure to take precautions. Without protection, skin might suffer damage quickly. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Safeguard your skin from sunburn by consistently using sunscreen with a 30 SPF or more. This also reduces the Sun’s damaging effects. Warning! The reflection of sand and water increases the UV dose.