August weather forecast
Congo Town, The Bahamas

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Congo Town, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24°C (75.2°F) and an average high of 32°C (89.6°F).

Temperature

July through September, with an average high-temperature of 32°C (89.6°F), are the warmest months.

Rainfall

In Congo Town, in August, it is raining for 20 days, with typically 111mm (4.37") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Congo Town, there are 165 rainfall days, and 1145mm (45.08") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

July through September, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater.
Note: 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.

Daylight

In Congo Town, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 57min.
On the first day of August in Congo Town, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 19:29 EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 8h.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 11. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 11 translate into the following recommendations:
Take all necessary precautions, as unprotected skin can burn in minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. A broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ should be liberally applied and re-applied every two hours, and immediately after an outdoor workout or a swim. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is significantly increased by the reflection of the water and sand.
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FAQ

What is the warmest month in Congo Town?

July through September, with an average high-temperature of 32°C (89.6°F), are warmest months.

What is the temperature in August in Congo Town?

In August, in Congo Town, the average high-temperature is 32°C (89.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 24°C (75.2°F).

How many days does it rain in August in Congo Town?

In Congo Town, The Bahamas, during August, the rain falls for 20 days and regularly aggregates up to 111mm (4.37") of precipitation.

When is the sea warmest in Congo Town?

July through September, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Congo Town.

What is the sea water temperature in August in Congo Town?

In Congo Town, the average seawater temperature in August is 29°C (84.2°F). For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

What is the average length of the day in August in Congo Town?

In August, the average day length in Congo Town is 12h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Congo Town?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 19:29 EDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Congo Town?

The average sunshine duration in August in Congo Town is 8h.

How high is the UV index in August in Congo Town?

In Congo Town, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 11. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in August
Congo Town, The Bahamas

Average temperature in August - Congo Town, The Bahamas
  • Average high temperature in August: 32°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July, August and September (32°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and December (26°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 24°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July, August and September (24°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (18°C).

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Average rainfall in August
Congo Town, The Bahamas

Average rainfall in August - Congo Town, The Bahamas
  • Average rainfall in August: 111mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (207mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (26mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Congo Town, The Bahamas

Average rainfall days in August - Congo Town, The Bahamas
  • Average rainfall days in August: 20 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are August, September and October (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (7 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Congo Town, The Bahamas

Average sea temperature in August - Congo Town, The Bahamas
  • Average sea temperature in August: 29°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July, August and September (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (25°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Congo Town, The Bahamas

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Congo Town, The Bahamas
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 8h

The months with the most sunshine are April and July (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 7h).

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Average UV index in August
Congo Town, The Bahamas

Average UV index in August - Congo Town, The Bahamas
  • Average UV index in August: 11

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).

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