August weather - Winter 2024 - Mahé, Seychelles

Weather in August
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Average pressure in August
Average wind speed in August
Average humidity in August
Average rainfall in August
Average rainfall days in August
Average sea temperature in August
Average daylight in August
Average sunshine in August
Average sunshine days in August
Average UV index in August
Average cloud cover in August
Average visibility in August

A view from mount Copolia, of the scenic islands of Victoria and Eden, in Mahé, Seychelles, surrounded by clear water

Weather in August

Come August, and the pleasant weather continues in Mahé, Seychelles. The lowered temperature trends from July persist, but the pressure remains relatively unchanged. August experiences slightly less rainfall than July, with an average of 50mm (1.97") over 17.8 days. It is a month best spent enjoying outdoor activities like hiking and picnic due to pleasantly mild weather. The charm of the season manifests itself in the lush greenery of the landscapes.

Temperature

Mahé's coldest month, August, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 26.4°C (79.5°F) to a low of 25.7°C (78.3°F).

Humidity

July through September, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

August is the month with the least rainfall in Mahé. Rain falls for 17.8 days and accumulates 50mm (1.97") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The month with the coldest seawater in Mahé is August, with an average sea temperature of 26.2°C (79.2°F).
Note: For any water activity, the surface water temperatures in the range of 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed excellent and incredibly pleasant for longer durations.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Mahé is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:18 +04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Mahé is 7.4h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Mahé, Seychelles. The months with the lowest UV index in Mahé are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take note! Sand and water reflections strengthen the Sun's UV exposure.

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Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest in Mahé?

August, with its high-temperature average of 26.4°C (79.5°F) and a low-temperature average of 25.7°C (78.3°F), is the coldest month in Mahé.

What are the temperatures in Mahé in August?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Mahé, is 26.4°C (79.5°F), while the average low-temperature is 25.7°C (78.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in June is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).

What are the most humid months in Mahé?

July through September, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Mahé, Seychelles.

What is the average humidity in August in Mahé?

The average relative humidity in August in Mahé, Seychelles, is 80%.

What is the driest month in Mahé?

The month with the least rainfall in Mahé, Seychelles, is August, when the rain falls for 17.8 days and typically collects 50mm (1.97") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Mahé?

In Mahé, Seychelles, in August, it is raining for 17.8 days, with typically 50mm (1.97") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the coldest sea water in Mahé?

August is the month with the coldest seawater in Mahé, Seychelles, with an average sea temperature of 26.2°C (79.2°F).

What is the sea water temperature in August in Mahé?

In Mahé, Seychelles, the average seawater temperature in August is 26.2°C (79.2°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

How many hours of daylight does Mahé have in August?

In August, the average day length in Mahé, Seychelles, is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Mahé?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, in Mahé, Seychelles, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:18 +04.

How many hours of sunshine does Mahé have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Mahé, Seychelles, is 7.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Mahé?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Mahé?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

How high is the UV index in August in Mahé?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J August S O N D

Jul

August

Sep

Average high temperature

26.5°C 79.7°F

26.4°C 79.5°F

26.8°C 80.2°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

26.8km/h 16.7mph

28.9km/h 18mph

26.6km/h 16.5mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

18.7

17.8

20.5

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

3.8

5.1

3.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Mahé, Seychelles

Average high temperature in August: 26.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (29.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (26.4°C).

Average low temperature in August: 25.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (28.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (25.7°C).

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Average pressure in August
Mahé, Seychelles

Average pressure in August: 1012.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1012.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Mahé, Seychelles

Average wind speed in August: 28.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (28.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (12.8km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Mahé, Seychelles

Average humidity in August: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

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Average rainfall in August
Mahé, Seychelles

Average rainfall in August: 50mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (220mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (50mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Mahé, Seychelles

Average rainfall days in August: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (23.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (17.3 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Mahé, Seychelles

Average sea temperature in August: 26.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is April (29.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (26.2°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mahé, Seychelles

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: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Mahé, Seychelles

Average sunshine days in August: 5.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (10.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (3 days).

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Average UV index in August
Mahé, Seychelles

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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Mahé, Seychelles

Average cloud cover in August: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in August
Mahé, Seychelles

Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).

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August weather forecast
Mahé, Seychelles

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