August weather forecast
Lifou Island, New Caledonia

August is notably dry with only 92mm (3.62") rainfall, the least throughout the year. Temperatures remain consistent with July, sustaining from 15°C (59°F) to 24°C (75.2°F). The sea temperature holds steady at 24°C (75.2°F), just as in July, making it quite an enjoyable time for water sports enthusiasts. August's longer daylight hours lead to just over 11.4 hours of sunlight, providing plenty of opportunities for sightseeing and sunbathing.

Temperature

July and August are known as Lifou Island's coldest months, with an average high-temperature of 24°C (75.2°F).

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout August, 92mm (3.62") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lifou Island, there are 188 rainfall days, and 1671mm (65.79") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

July through September, with an average sea temperature of 24°C (75.2°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: Imagine a swim in 24°C (75.2°F) waters. How you'd feel depends on your cold sensitivity, the sun's rays, the caress of the wind, and the warmth enveloping you. Comparatively, Olympic swimmers train in waters between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 11h and 25min.
On the first day of August in Lifou Island, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 17:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:41 +11.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Lifou Island is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 8 translates into the following recommendations:
Always stay safe. Unprotected skin and eyes can get damaged rapidly. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure 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. Stay vigilant! UV rays get a boost in intensity due to sand and water reflections.