August weather forecast
Kingston, Jamaica

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Kingston, Jamaica, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.2°C (75.6°F) and 32.7°C (90.9°F).

Temperature

In August, the average high-temperature is relatively the same as in July - a still tropical 32.7°C (90.9°F). The average low-temperature, in Kingston, Jamaica, is 24.2°C (75.6°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is evaluated at an extremely hot 44°C (111.2°F). Be wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are highly anticipated. With continued activity, heatstroke is very likely.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature', 'felt air 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. Additional factors like activity, pregnancy, metabolic differences, and wind affect individual temperature impact. 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. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. 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

In Kingston, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

In Kingston, during August, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 98mm (3.86") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kingston, there are 93 rainfall days, and 813mm (32.01") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Kingston, the average water temperature is 29.4°C (84.9°F).
Note: 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.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Kingston is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:22 EST.

Sunshine

In Kingston, the average sunshine in August is 8.3h.

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 12 in August transform into the following instructions:
Practice all essential precautions. Protection against sun damage is crucial. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. 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. A broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ should be liberally applied and re-applied every two hours, and immediately after an outdoor workout or a swim. Beware! The reflection of water and sand dramatically increases exposure to the UV rays.