August weather forecastPraslin, Saint Lucia
August
Weather in August
August mirrors July in terms of weather patterns in Praslin, Saint Lucia, maintaining rainfall levels at 72mm (2.83") though with marginally cooler temperatures. Slight wind speed reduction to 22.1km/h (13.7mph) brings about even calmer atmospheres in the tropical paradise. Daylight hours start to recede, insinuating the beginning of the Sun's gradual withdraw to the South. The atmospheric pressure begins its steady rise as the wet season prepares to wind up.Temperature
The start of August marks an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.9°C (84°F), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in July. During August, Praslin's temperature shows a minor deviation from daytime highs, falling to a steady low-temperature average of 27.3°C (81.1°F).Heat index
August's heat index is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Humidity
In Praslin, Saint Lucia, the average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 22.4 days. Throughout August, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated. In Praslin, Saint Lucia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 232.4 days and collects up to 542mm (21.34") of precipitation.Daylight
In Praslin, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 34min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:15 AST.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.UV index
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index in Praslin, Saint Lucia, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. 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. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Average temperature in August
Praslin, Saint Lucia
- Average high temperature in August: 28.9°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (29.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 27.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (27.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.3°C).
Average pressure in August
Praslin, Saint Lucia
- Average pressure in August: 1013.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.3mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Praslin, Saint Lucia
- Average wind speed in August: 21.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (26.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (18.3km/h).
Average humidity in August
Praslin, Saint Lucia
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (74%).
Average rainfall in August
Praslin, Saint Lucia
- Average rainfall in August: 72mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (73mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (18mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Praslin, Saint Lucia
- Average rainfall days in August: 22.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Praslin, Saint Lucia
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Praslin, Saint Lucia
- Average sunshine days in August: 5.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (9.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (3.6 days).
Average UV index in August
Praslin, Saint Lucia
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in August
Praslin, Saint Lucia
- Average cloud cover in August: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in August
Praslin, Saint Lucia
- 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).
