August weather forecastMahebourg, Mauritius
August
Weather in August
As July transitions into August, the trend of cooling continues. The atmospheric pressure continues to rise, reaching an annual high of 1021.2mb. August experiences the lowest sea temperatures and daylight hours of the year with 23.7°C (74.7°F) and 11.4 hours respectively. The city also experiences the least rainfall for the year with a mere 26mm (1.02") average for the month.Temperature
August, known for its average high temperature of 22.9°C (73.2°F) and an average low temperature of 21.3°C (70.3°F), is the coldest month.Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity in Mahebourg are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 74%.Rainfall
In Mahebourg, in August, during 16.8 rainfall days, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 200.8 rainfall days, and 550mm (21.65") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Mahebourg, Mauritius, the average seawater temperature in August is 23.7°C (74.7°F).Note: A swim in 23.7°C (74.7°F) waters can be refreshing, especially when factoring in a person's cold tolerance, sunshine, wind, and the overall temperature. As a point of reference, Olympic swimming events are held in 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F) waters.
Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Mahebourg is 11h and 26min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:00 +04.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Mahebourg is 6.2h.UV index
May through November, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Caution! Sand and water reflections can notably increase the UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Mahebourg, Mauritius
- Average high temperature in August: 22.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (28.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (22.9°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 21.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.3°C).
Average pressure in August
Mahebourg, Mauritius
- Average pressure in August: 1021.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.2mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Mahebourg, Mauritius
- Average wind speed in August: 24.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (24.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (17.7km/h).
Average humidity in August
Mahebourg, Mauritius
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Mahebourg, Mauritius
- Average rainfall in August: 26mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (105mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (14mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Mahebourg, Mauritius
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Mahebourg, Mauritius
- Average sea temperature in August: 23.7°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (28.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is September (23.4°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mahebourg, Mauritius
- Average daylight in August: 11h and 24min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 6h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Mahebourg, Mauritius
- Average sunshine days in August: 8.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4 days).
Average UV index in August
Mahebourg, Mauritius
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Mahebourg, Mauritius
- Average cloud cover in August: 42
The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in August
Mahebourg, Mauritius
- 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).
