August weather forecast
Southfield, Jamaica

August, the last month of the summer in Southfield, is a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°C (86°F) and 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Temperature

August, marked by an average high-temperature of 30°C (86°F) and a low-temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F), is the warmest month.

Heat index

For August, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Southfield, in August, it is raining for 25.2 days, with typically 145mm (5.71") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 297.9 rainfall days, and 1472mm (57.95") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:25 EST.

Sunshine

July and August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Southfield, Jamaica.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Southfield is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. 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. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.