August weather forecastCatadupa, Jamaica
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Catadupa, Jamaica, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.7°C (85.5°F) and min 26.8°C (80.2°F).Temperature
Catadupa's August weather, with an average high temperature of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and an average low temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F), tends to be the warmest of the year.Heat index
The heat index value for August is appraised at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.
Humidity
In Catadupa, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
In Catadupa, during August, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 84mm (3.31") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Catadupa, there are 177.2 rainfall days, and 687mm (27.05") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Catadupa is 12h and 44min.On the first day of August in Catadupa, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 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
The months with the highest UV index are January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Catadupa, 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
Catadupa, 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
Catadupa, 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
Catadupa, 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
Catadupa, 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
Catadupa, 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
Catadupa, Jamaica
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 42min
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 30min
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
Catadupa, 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
Catadupa, 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
Catadupa, 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
Catadupa, 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).
