Weather in August
Temperature
The temperature in Rabaul, Papua New Guinea, hits its lowest levels in January through August, November and December, recording an average high-temperature of 31°C (87.8°F).Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 19 days. Throughout August, 104mm (4.09") of precipitation is accumulated. In Rabaul, during the entire year, the rain falls for 248 days and collects up to 2022mm (79.61") of precipitation.Sea temperature
The month with the coldest seawater is August, with an average sea temperature of 29.1°C (84.4°F).Note: Water activities including swimming and diving are pleasurable in temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F), ensuring comfort and enjoyment for extended time frames.
Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Rabaul is 11h and 59min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of August, in Rabaul, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:52 +10.
Sunshine
January, March through June, August through November, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Rabaul.UV index
January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake all critical precautions. Protection from sun harm is vital. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Sunscreen of at least SPF 30 should be applied generously and reapplied often on overcast days, especially post swim or outdoor exercise. Attention! The combination of sand and water reflections enhances UV ray intensity.
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Average temperature in August
Rabaul, Papua New Guinea
- Average high temperature in August: 31°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (32°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, November and December (31°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 23°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (23°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (23°C).
Average rainfall in August
Rabaul, Papua New Guinea
- Average rainfall in August: 104mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (257mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (91mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Rabaul, Papua New Guinea
- Average rainfall days in August: 19 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, March and April (22 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, August and September (19 days).
Average sea temperature in August
Rabaul, Papua New Guinea
- Average sea temperature in August: 29.1°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are November and December (30.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (29.1°C).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Rabaul, Papua New Guinea
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in August: 6h
The months with the most sunshine are January, March, April, May, June, August, September, October and November (Average sunshine: 6h).
The months with the least sunshine are February, July and December (Average sunshine: 5h).
Average UV index in August
Rabaul, Papua New Guinea
- Average UV index in August: 12
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 11).
Rabaul, Papua New Guinea
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