August weather forecast
Nikumanu, Kiribati

August in Nikumanu is distinguished by a marked decrease in humidity, making the temperature feel significantly more comfortable. The month experiences the lowest rainfall days in the year, indicating a break in the island's routine pattern of daily short, heavy showers. The wind speeds stay fairly consistent throughout the month, making for ideal sailing conditions across the island. The balanced barometric pressure paints the same picture of static weather. Despite the fall in humidity, the island sustains fairly high temperatures.

Temperature

July's transformation into August witnesses an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.6°C (83.5°F) in Nikumanu, Kiribati, consistent with the conditions of the preceding month. Nikumanu registers a small shift from peak daytime temperatures, with a consistent average low-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F) during August.

Heat index

For August, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

August through November, with an average relative humidity of 74%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Nikumanu, Kiribati, during August, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 62mm (2.44") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Nikumanu, there are 190.3 rainfall days, and 938mm (36.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Nikumanu, Kiribati, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of August, in Nikumanu, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:17 +12.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Nikumanu is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Nikumanu 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.