Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
August
Weather in August
Temperature
August is the month when Caledonia sees the highest average temperatures, with a high of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and a low of 26.8°C (80.2°F).Heat index
August's mean heat index is computed to be a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Caledonia is 77%.Rainfall
In Caledonia, in August, it is raining for 18.3 days, with typically 84mm (3.31") of accumulated precipitation. In Caledonia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.2 days and collects up to 687mm (27.05") of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 44min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:26 EST.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 11.5h of sunshine.UV index
January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 7 in August transforms into this advice:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
What part of the year is the hottest in Caledonia?
How hot is August in Caledonia?
What is the average humidity in August in Caledonia?
How much does it rain in Caledonia in August?
What is the average length of the day in August in Caledonia?
What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Caledonia?
What is the month with the most sunshine in Caledonia?
How long on average sun shines in August in Caledonia?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Caledonia?
What is the UV index intensity in August in Caledonia?
Average temperature in August
Caledonia, Jamaica
- Average high temperature in August: 29.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 26.8°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (23.8°C).
Average pressure in August
Caledonia, Jamaica
- Average pressure in August: 1013.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.4mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Caledonia, Jamaica
- Average wind speed in August: 15.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (13km/h).
Average humidity in August
Caledonia, Jamaica
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (75%).
Average rainfall in August
Caledonia, Jamaica
- Average rainfall in August: 84mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (90mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (19mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Caledonia, Jamaica
- Average rainfall days in August: 18.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.6 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Caledonia, Jamaica
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 11h and 3min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Caledonia, Jamaica
- Average sunshine days in August: 11.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Caledonia, Jamaica
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Caledonia, Jamaica
- Average cloud cover in August: 22
The months with the most cloud cover are January, May and November (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 21).
Average visibility in August
Caledonia, Jamaica
- 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).
