August weather forecast
Alice Town, The Bahamas

In August, Alice Town brims with varied weather patterns that sees the temperature rise to its yearly maximum of 30.6°C (87.1°F) and descend to lows of 28.1°C (82.6°F). The city gets the most rainfall for the year, creating a noticeable humidity in the air. Daylight starts decreasing, albeit in a slow pace, while the wind speeds maintain their rhythm. Despite the heavy rainfall, the city remains bathed by sunshine most of the time. Consequently, the month exudes a unique combination of tropical charm and rainy romanticism.

Temperature

August, with an average high of 30.6°C (87.1°F) and a low of 28.1°C (82.6°F), signifies the warmest month of the year.

Heat index

August's heat index is evaluated at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Alice Town is 72%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Alice Town. Rain falls for 22.1 days and accumulates 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 20:02. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 19:37 EDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.6h.

UV index

May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in August leads to these recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.