August weather forecast
Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha

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Weather in August

Longwood's August is distinguished by its stable weather, marked by steady winds and consistent cloud cover, a feature that extends into September. The climatic data reveals the recorded temperature to be at its lowest for the year at 20.1°C (68.2°F). The presence of fog and overcast conditions add to the unique weather dynamics, making cashmere and hot beverages a common sight. Despite the chill, the outdoor beauty of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha can still be enjoyed under the cloak of winter. These conditions create a perfect setting for immersing oneself in the wide range of winter festivities.

Temperature

With the advent of August, Longwood experiences an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 20.1°C (68.2°F), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. In Longwood, nights during August observe an average temperature decrease to a comfortable 19°C (66.2°F).

Humidity

In Longwood, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

Rainfall

In Longwood, in August, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 9mm (0.35") of accumulated precipitation. In Longwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.1 days and collects up to 92mm (3.62") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Longwood, the average length of the day in August is 11h and 36min.
On the first day of August in Longwood, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:16 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 4.6h.

UV index

August through October, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during August leads to these advisories:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average August temperature in Longwood?

The high-temperature during August is 20.1°C (68.2°F) and the low-temperature is 19°C (66.2°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Longwood?

The average relative humidity in August in Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Longwood in August?

In Longwood, during August, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in August in Longwood?

In August, the average day length is 11h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Longwood?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, in Longwood, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:16 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Longwood have in August?

In Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, the average sunshine duration in August is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Longwood?

August through October, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August in Longwood?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha

Average temperature in August - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average high temperature in August: 20.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (24.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (19.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 19°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (23.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are September and October (18.7°C).

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Average pressure in August
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Average pressure in August - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average pressure in August: 1019.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1014.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
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Average wind speed in August - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average wind speed in August: 27.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (28.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (21.8km/h).

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Average humidity in August
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Average humidity in August - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
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Average rainfall in August - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average rainfall in August: 9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (11mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, September, October and November (6mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
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Average rainfall days in August - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average rainfall days in August: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
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Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average daylight in August: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
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Average sunshine days in August - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average sunshine days in August: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (13.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.2 days).

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Average UV index in August
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Average UV index in August - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average UV index in August: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and May (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are August, September and October (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in August
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Average cloud cover in August - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Average cloud cover in August: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).

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Average visibility in August
Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha

Average visibility in August - Longwood, Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • 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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