August weather forecast
Port Mathurin, Mauritius

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Weather in August

August in Port Mathurin follows the trend set by July, maintaining mild temperatures, reduced rainfall, and slightly elevated wind speeds. The sea remains relatively cool which may influence some water activities but also brings a refreshing change. Along with June, this month records the lowest sea temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F). Daylight hours slowly begin to extend, a sign that the winter season is gradually relinquishing its hold. In conclusion, August in Port Mathurin is a blend of winter's end and the gradual arrival of warmer days.

Temperature

The dawn of August in Port Mathurin sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 23.1°C (73.6°F), subtly contrasting with July's 23.7°C (74.7°F). Port Mathurin experiences a minimal drop from daytime high temperatures, recording an average low-temperature of 22.1°C (71.8°F) throughout August.

Humidity

August is the least humid month in Port Mathurin, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Port Mathurin, during August, the rain falls for 19.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation. In Port Mathurin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 214.5 days and collects up to 564mm (22.2") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

August and September, with an average sea temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Port Mathurin.
Note: Consideration of an individual's cold resistance, combined with conditions like sunshine, wind, and temperature, suggests that swimming in 23.3°C (73.9°F) water can be delightful. (Olympic swimming is usually in 25°C (77°F) to 28°C (82.4°F) water.)

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:38 +04.

Sunshine

In Port Mathurin, the average sunshine in August is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in August leads to these recommendations:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Beware! Reflecting off water and sand, UV rays are much stronger.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Port Mathurin?

In Port Mathurin, in August, the average high-temperature is 23.1°C (73.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 22.1°C (71.8°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

What is the least humid month in Port Mathurin?

August is the least humid month in Port Mathurin, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in August in Port Mathurin?

The average relative humidity in August in Port Mathurin is 74%.

How much does it rain in Port Mathurin in August?

In August, in Port Mathurin, Mauritius, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout August, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

When is the sea coldest in Port Mathurin?

August and September, with an average sea temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F), are months with the coldest seawater.

What is the sea temperature in August in Port Mathurin?

In Port Mathurin, Mauritius, the average seawater temperature in August is 23.3°C (73.9°F). A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 23.3°C (73.9°F) water.

What is the average length of the day in August in Port Mathurin?

In August, the average day length in Port Mathurin, Mauritius, is 11h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Port Mathurin?

On the first day of August in Port Mathurin, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:38 +04.

How long on average sun shines in August in Port Mathurin?

The average sunshine duration in August is 6.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Port Mathurin?

May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Port Mathurin.

What is the UV index reading in August in Port Mathurin?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Port Mathurin, Mauritius, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Port Mathurin, Mauritius

Average temperature in August - Port Mathurin, Mauritius
  • Average high temperature in August: 23.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (23°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 22.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (27°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22.1°C).

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Average pressure in August
Port Mathurin, Mauritius

Average pressure in August - Port Mathurin, Mauritius
  • Average pressure in August: 1020.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1020.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Port Mathurin, Mauritius

Average wind speed in August - Port Mathurin, Mauritius
  • Average wind speed in August: 33.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (33.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (24km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Port Mathurin, Mauritius

Average humidity in August - Port Mathurin, Mauritius
  • Average humidity in August: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Port Mathurin, Mauritius

Average rainfall in August - Port Mathurin, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall in August: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (140mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (13mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Port Mathurin, Mauritius

Average rainfall days in August - Port Mathurin, Mauritius
  • Average rainfall days in August: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Port Mathurin, Mauritius

Average sea temperature in August - Port Mathurin, Mauritius
  • Average sea temperature in August: 23.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (28.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are August and September (23.3°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Port Mathurin, Mauritius

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Port Mathurin, Mauritius
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 3min

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

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Port Mathurin, Mauritius

Average sunshine days in August - Port Mathurin, Mauritius
  • Average sunshine days in August: 5.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (9.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (4.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Port Mathurin, Mauritius

Average UV index in August - Port Mathurin, Mauritius
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in August
Port Mathurin, Mauritius

Average cloud cover in August - Port Mathurin, Mauritius
  • Average cloud cover in August: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in August
Port Mathurin, Mauritius

Average visibility in August - Port Mathurin, 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).

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