August weather forecast
Orange Bay, Jamaica

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Orange Bay, is a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 27.8°C (82°F) and 30°C (86°F).

Temperature

Orange Bay's August weather, with an average high temperature of 30°C (86°F) and an average low temperature of 27.8°C (82°F), tends to be the warmest of the year.

Heat index

During August, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In Orange Bay, Jamaica, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 23.4 days. Throughout August, 97mm (3.82") of precipitation is accumulated. In Orange Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 236.8 days and collects up to 822mm (32.36") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Orange Bay is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:28 EST.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year in Orange Bay, with an average of 11.6h 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 are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year in Orange Bay?

August, with an average high of 30°C (86°F) and a low of 27.8°C (82°F), signifies the warmest month of the year in Orange Bay, Jamaica.

Is it hot in Orange Bay during August?

An average high-temperature, in August, in Orange Bay, is 30°C (86°F) and the average low-temperature is 27.8°C (82°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 36°C (96.8°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Orange Bay?

In August, the average relative humidity in Orange Bay is 75%.

How much does it rain in Orange Bay in August?

In Orange Bay, during August, the rain falls for 23.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 97mm (3.82") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Orange Bay have in August?

In Orange Bay, the average day length in August is 12h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Orange Bay?

On the first day of August in Orange Bay, Jamaica, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:28 EST.

What month has the most sunshine in Orange Bay?

With an average of 11.6h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Orange Bay.

How many hours of sunshine does Orange Bay have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Orange Bay, Jamaica, is 11.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Orange Bay?

The months with the highest UV index in Orange Bay, Jamaica, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Orange Bay?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Orange Bay, Jamaica.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Orange Bay?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Orange Bay, Jamaica

Average temperature in August - Orange Bay, Jamaica
  • Average high temperature in August: 30°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (27.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 27.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (27.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (24.8°C).

Average pressure in August
Orange Bay, Jamaica

Average pressure in August - Orange Bay, Jamaica
  • Average pressure in August: 1013.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Orange Bay, Jamaica

Average wind speed in August - Orange Bay, Jamaica
  • Average wind speed in August: 13km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (11.7km/h).

Average humidity in August
Orange Bay, Jamaica

Average humidity in August - Orange Bay, Jamaica
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Orange Bay, Jamaica

Average rainfall in August - Orange Bay, Jamaica
  • Average rainfall in August: 97mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (112mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (29mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Orange Bay, Jamaica

Average rainfall days in August - Orange Bay, Jamaica
  • Average rainfall days in August: 23.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.2 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Orange Bay, Jamaica

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Orange Bay, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in August
Orange Bay, Jamaica

Average sunshine days in August - Orange Bay, Jamaica
  • Average sunshine days in August: 3.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (11.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (3.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Orange Bay, Jamaica

Average UV index in August - Orange Bay, Jamaica
  • 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).

Average cloud cover in August
Orange Bay, Jamaica

Average cloud cover in August - Orange Bay, Jamaica
  • Average cloud cover in August: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 26).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in August
Orange Bay, Jamaica

Average visibility in August - Orange Bay, 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).

Orange Bay, Jamaica

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