August weather forecastContent, Jamaica
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Content, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 26.3°C (79.3°F).Temperature
Content records the warmest temperatures in August, averaging a high of 29.7°C (85.5°F) and a low of 26.3°C (79.3°F).Heat index
The heat index value during August is estimated at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly important for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Content is 78%.Rainfall
In August, in Content, the rain falls for 19.2 days. Throughout August, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 219.4 rainfall days, and 663mm (26.1") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Content, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Content is 12h and 43min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of August, in Content, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:22 EST.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are August and September, with an average of 11.3h of sunshine.UV index
April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Content. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during August leads to these instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Content, Jamaica
- Average high temperature in August: 29.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (26.6°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 26.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (23.1°C).
Average pressure in August
Content, Jamaica
- Average pressure in August: 1013.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.6mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Content, Jamaica
- Average wind speed in August: 16.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (17.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (13.2km/h).
Average humidity in August
Content, Jamaica
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, November and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (77%).
Average rainfall in August
Content, Jamaica
- Average rainfall in August: 57mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (95mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (27mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Content, Jamaica
- Average rainfall days in August: 19.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15 days).
Average snowfall in August
Content, Jamaica
- Average snowfall in August: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is September (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in August
Content, Jamaica
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Content, 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 18min
The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in August
Content, Jamaica
- Average sunshine days in August: 3.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (3.4 days).
Average UV index in August
Content, Jamaica
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and March (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Content, Jamaica
- Average cloud cover in August: 24
The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 33).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 22).
Average visibility in August
Content, 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).
