August weather forecast
Bellefontaine, Martinique

August

Weather in August

As the city transitions into August, the rainfall peaks at 81mm (3.19"), marking it as the month with the highest rainfall in Bellefontaine. Temperature and sunlight conditions remain stable from July. The tropical climate is clearly felt with long daylight hours and an ample amount of rainfall. The combination of these factors creates a noticeable damp and lush atmosphere in Bellefontaine, characteristic of August.

Temperature

August notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.2°C (84.6°F), subtly differing from July's 28.8°C (83.8°F). During August, nights cool slightly to an average low of 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in August is computed to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

In Bellefontaine, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.

Rainfall

In Bellefontaine, during August, the rain falls for 24 days and regularly aggregates up to 81mm (3.19") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 252.3 rainfall days, and 672mm (26.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 36min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:16 AST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bellefontaine. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in August?
An average high-temperature, in August, in Bellefontaine, is 29.2°C (84.6°F) and the average low-temperature is 27.3°C (81.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Bellefontaine?
In Bellefontaine, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.
How many days does it rain in August?
In August, in Bellefontaine, the rain falls for 24 days. Throughout August, 81mm (3.19") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Bellefontaine have in August?
In August, the average day length is 12h and 36min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:16 AST.
What month has the most sunshine?
The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in August?
In Bellefontaine, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.2h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in August?
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Bellefontaine is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Bellefontaine, Martinique
  • Average high temperature in August: 29.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 27.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and October (27.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (24.8°C).

Average pressure in August
Bellefontaine, Martinique
  • Average pressure in August: 1013.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Bellefontaine, Martinique
  • Average wind speed in August: 22.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (26.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (18.6km/h).

Average humidity in August
Bellefontaine, Martinique
  • Average humidity in August: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Bellefontaine, Martinique
  • Average rainfall in August: 81mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (86mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (25mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Bellefontaine, Martinique
  • Average rainfall days in August: 24 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (17 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bellefontaine, Martinique
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Bellefontaine, Martinique
  • Average sunshine days in August: 2.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (6.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (1.6 days).

Average UV index in August
Bellefontaine, Martinique
  • 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
Bellefontaine, Martinique
  • Average cloud cover in August: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in August
Bellefontaine, Martinique
  • 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).

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