August weather forecast
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

Seascape of the Deshaies Bay in Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
Seascape of the Deshaies Bay in Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Basse Terre, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.2°C (84.6°F) and min 27.2°C (81°F).

Temperature

August is the warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 29.2°C (84.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 27.2°C (81°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is evaluated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature', 'real feel', or 'feels like', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. This effect is subjective, depending on the activity and individual's heat perception influenced by various reasons (clothing, metabolic differences, pregnancy). Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. If the body can not disperse the excessive heat and body temperature reaches conditions of hyperthermia, above 37.5°C (99.5°F) to 38.3°C (100.9°F), thermal conditions are potentially life-threatening.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May, July, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Basse Terre, Guadeloupe. Rain falls for 25.1 days and accumulates 119mm (4.69") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Basse Terre, the average water temperature is 29°C (84.2°F).
Note: Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 39min.
On the first day of August in Basse Terre, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:20 AST.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

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 in Basse Terre are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in August interpret into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Beware! The reflection of water and sand dramatically increases exposure to the UV rays.
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FAQ

What is the warmest month in Basse Terre?

August is the warmest month in Basse Terre, Guadeloupe, with an average high-temperature of 29.2°C (84.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 27.2°C (81°F).

What is the temperature in August in Basse Terre?

In Basse Terre, Guadeloupe, in August, the average high-temperature is 29.2°C (84.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 27.2°C (81°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 35°C (95°F).

What is the most humid month in Basse Terre?

The months with the highest humidity in Basse Terre, Guadeloupe, are May, July, August and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in August in Basse Terre?

In August, the average relative humidity in Basse Terre, Guadeloupe, is 77%.

What is the rainiest month in Basse Terre?

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 25.1 days and accumulates 119mm (4.69") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Basse Terre in August?

In Basse Terre, Guadeloupe, in August, it is raining for 25.1 days, with typically 119mm (4.69") of accumulated precipitation.

How warm is the water in August in Basse Terre?

In Basse Terre, in August, the average water temperature is 29°C (84.2°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

What is the average length of the day in August in Basse Terre?

In Basse Terre, the average day length in August is 12h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Basse Terre?

On the first day of August in Basse Terre, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:20 AST.

What month has the most sunshine in Basse Terre?

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Basse Terre have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Basse Terre, Guadeloupe, is 10.1h.

When is the highest UV index in Basse Terre?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

When is the lowest UV index in Basse Terre?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Basse Terre, Guadeloupe.

How high is the UV index in August in Basse Terre?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

Average temperature in August - Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average high temperature in August: 29.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 27.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (27.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (24.8°C).

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Average pressure in August
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

Average pressure in August - Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average pressure in August: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

Average wind speed in August - Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average wind speed in August: 21.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (24km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (18.1km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

Average humidity in August - Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, July, August and November (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (75%).

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Average rainfall in August
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

Average rainfall in August - Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average rainfall in August: 119mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (119mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (31mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

Average rainfall days in August - Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average rainfall days in August: 25.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (16.9 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

Average sea temperature in August - Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average sea temperature in August: 29°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (26.7°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 39min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 4min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

Average sunshine days in August - Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average sunshine days in August: 1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (9.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

Average UV index in August - Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

Average cloud cover in August - Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • Average cloud cover in August: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in August
Basse Terre, Guadeloupe

Average visibility in August - Basse Terre, Guadeloupe
  • 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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