August weather forecast
Jamaica, NY

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Jamaica, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 71.1°F (21.7°C) and max 79.9°F (26.6°C).

Temperature

The start of August sees the average high-temperature at a still moderately hot 79.9°F (26.6°C), showing little difference from July's 80.6°F (27°C). Jamaica experiences an average nighttime temperature of 71.1°F (21.7°C) in August, reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are July and August, with an average 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Jamaica, snow does not fall in April through September.

Ocean temperature

With an average ocean temperature of 74.1°F (23.4°C), August is the month with the warmest seawater.
Note: The cold tolerance of an individual, along with sunshine, wind, and the temperature of the environment, affects the enjoyment of swimming in 74.1°F (23.4°C) waters. (Olympic swimmers participate in waters ranging from 77°F (25°C) to 82.4°F (28°C).)

Daylight

In Jamaica, New York, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Jamaica is 10.6h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Note! Reflective surfaces like sand and water heighten the UV radiation levels.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Jamaica?

August temperatures in Jamaica, New York, vary between a high-temperature of 79.9°F (26.6°C) and a low-temperature of 71.1°F (21.7°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Jamaica?

In Jamaica, New York, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

What is the wettest month in Jamaica?

The months with the most rainfall in Jamaica, New York, are July and August, with an average 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Jamaica in August?

In August, in Jamaica, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout August, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Jamaica?

April through September are months without snowfall in Jamaica.

What is the month with the warmest ocean in Jamaica?

August is the month with the warmest seawater in Jamaica, with an average ocean temperature of 74.1°F (23.4°C).

How warm is the water in August in Jamaica?

In August, the average ocean temperature in Jamaica is 74.1°F (23.4°C). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 74.1°F (23.4°C) water may be enjoyable.

How many hours of daylight does Jamaica have in August?

The average day length in August in Jamaica is 13h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Jamaica?

On the first day of August in Jamaica, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 8:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:28 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Jamaica have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Jamaica is 10.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Jamaica?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Jamaica.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Jamaica?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Jamaica, New York, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Jamaica, NY

Average temperature in August - Jamaica, NY
  • Average high temperature in August: 79.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 71.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

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Average pressure in August
Jamaica, NY

Average pressure in August - Jamaica, NY
  • Average pressure in August: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Jamaica, NY

Average wind speed in August - Jamaica, NY
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Jamaica, NY

Average humidity in August - Jamaica, NY
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Jamaica, NY

Average rainfall in August - Jamaica, NY
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.32"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in August
Jamaica, NY

Average rainfall days in August - Jamaica, NY
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Jamaica, NY

Average snowfall in August - Jamaica, NY
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Jamaica, NY

Average snowfall days in August - Jamaica, NY
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Jamaica, NY

Average sea temperature in August - Jamaica, NY
  • Average sea temperature in August: 74.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (39.9°F).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Jamaica, NY

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Jamaica, NY
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Jamaica, NY

Average sunshine days in August - Jamaica, NY
  • Average sunshine days in August: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Jamaica, NY

Average UV index in August - Jamaica, NY
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in August
Jamaica, NY

Average cloud cover in August - Jamaica, NY
  • Average cloud cover in August: 27

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in August
Jamaica, NY

Average visibility in August - Jamaica, NY
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

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

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