August weather forecast
Le François, Martinique

August embodies the heart of the wet season in Le François, Martinique. Rallying to its peak, the sea surface is warmed to 28.9°C (84°F), providing amicable conditions for marine life and aqua lovers alike. Carefree hours of daylight tantalize the senses with panoramic views of sparkling water bodies flanked by sun-painted landscapes. Outdoor enthusiasts introduce early morning or late evening ventures into their agenda, bypassing the prevalent humidity. The enriched ecosystem thrives under the alternation of radiant sunrays and soothing rainfalls.

Temperature

Le François witnesses its highest average temperatures during May through October, peaking at 30°C (86°F).

Rainfall

In Le François, in August, during 21 rainfall days, 229mm (9.02") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Le François, there are 221 rainfall days, and 1960mm (77.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In August, the average sea temperature is 28.9°C (84°F).
Note: For water activities like swimming, diving, and more, temperatures ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) offer superior comfort and enjoyment for lengthy durations.

Daylight

In Le François, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 36min.
On the first day of August in Le François, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:15 AST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January through August, November and December, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the UV index of 12 transforms into the following advice:
Practice every essential safety step. People with fair skin could receive burns in fewer than 5 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or more should be applied liberally every two hours and directly after outdoor activities or swimming. Caution! The reflection of sand and water significantly amplifies the Sun's UV radiation.