August weather forecast
Mon Repos, Saint Lucia

August in Mon Repos, Saint Lucia, experiences a slight shift in its climatic rhythm. Despite carrying over the high rainfall from July, the month brings relief in the form of a slight dip in the overall temperature. The average sunshine hours cross the ten-hour mark to reach 10.4 hours a day, making beach activities an all-time favourite among pluviophiles enjoying the pleasant daytime temperatures. The festival of Jounen Kweyol, a celebration of the island's French-African linguistic heritage, adds a cultural dimension to the social fabric of the city.

Temperature

The average high-temperature for August is a still moderately hot 28.9°C (84°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. A mean low-temperature of 27.3°C (81.1°F) is a distinguishing feature of August, indicating a slight dip from daytime highs.

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is estimated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Mon Repos, Saint Lucia, is 76%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 22.4 days. Throughout August, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mon Repos, there are 232.4 rainfall days, and 542mm (21.34") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:15 AST.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.4h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Mon Repos.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Mon Repos, Saint Lucia. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.