August weather forecast
Midway Atoll, Midway Island, USA

August comes with only a minor drop in temperatures with recorded averages between 75°F (23.9°C) and 84°F (28.9°C) in Midway Atoll. The amount of rainfall increases up to 4.3" (109mm), making it the wettest month. The days are sunny and end with rain-showers in the evening. Despite occasional rain, the sea remains pleasantly warm. The transition from August to September brings about a considerable drop in temperature.

Temperature

Midway Atoll sees the highest average temperatures during the months of August and September, peaking at 84°F (28.9°C).

Rainfall

In August, in Midway Atoll, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout August, 4.29" (109mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Midway Atoll, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160 days and collects up to 41.3" (1049mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

The months with the warmest seawater are August and September, with an average ocean temperature of 80.6°F (27°C).
Note: For any water activity, having surface water temperatures from 77°F (25°C) to 84.2°F (29°C) is considered outstanding and highly delightful for lengthened periods.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 7min.
On the first day of August in Midway Atoll, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 7:11 pm SST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Midway Atoll is 17h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 11, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 11 translates into these guidelines:
Put into action all important safeguards, unprotected skin may burn swiftly. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Apply and frequently reapply a minimum SPF 30 sunscreen even on cloudy days, especially after swimming or an outdoor workout. Caution! The mirror effect of sand and water ups the UV radiation strength.