August weather forecast
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

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Beautiful calm waters overlooking the lovely white sandy beach near Cockburn Town, in the Turks and Caicos Islands
Beautiful calm waters overlooking the lovely white sandy beach near Cockburn Town, in the Turks and Caicos Islands

Weather in August

August brings an increase in rainfall in Cockburn Town, recording 71mm (2.8") precipitation. However, the temperatures remain fairly consistent with those of the previous month. An increase in cloud coverage is also observed, casting occasional shadows throughout the sunny days. Despite the increased rainfall and cloud coverage, the month maintains a pleasant balance of weather variables. The overall climatic conditions of Turks and Caicos Islands remain favorably warm and continue to appeal to both locals and tourists.

Temperature

The month of August, characterized by an average high of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and a low of 27.7°C (81.9°F), is recognized as the warmest.

Heat index

For August, the heat index is computed to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

In Cockburn Town, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

Rainfall

In Cockburn Town, in August, during 19.8 rainfall days, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 215.3 rainfall days, and 681mm (26.81") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

August through October, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater.
Note: Water activities in temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable even during extended periods.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Cockburn Town is 12h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 19:23. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 19:01 EDT.

Sunshine

August and September, with an average of 9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands.

UV index

January, February, April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Cockburn Town. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Heed this! UV intensity is much stronger when reflected off sand and water.
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Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Cockburn Town?

August, with an average high of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and a low of 27.7°C (81.9°F), signifies the warmest month of the year in Cockburn Town.

How hot does it get in Cockburn Town in August?

August temperatures in Cockburn Town vary between a high-temperature of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and a low-temperature of 27.7°C (81.9°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Cockburn Town?

In August, the average relative humidity in Cockburn Town is 79%.

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

In Cockburn Town, in August, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 71mm (2.8") of accumulated precipitation.

What months are the sea warmest in Cockburn Town?

August through October, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater.

How warm is the water in August in Cockburn Town?

In Cockburn Town, in August, the average water temperature 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.

How many hours of daylight does Cockburn Town have in August?

The average day length in August in Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands, is 12h and 51min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Cockburn Town?

On the first day of August in Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 19:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 19:01 EDT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Cockburn Town?

August and September, with an average of 9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Cockburn Town.

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

In August, the average sunshine duration is 9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Cockburn Town?

The months with the highest UV index in Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands, are January, February, April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Cockburn Town?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average temperature in August - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average high temperature in August: 28.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (25.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 27.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (23.8°C).

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Average pressure in August
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average pressure in August - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average pressure in August: 1015.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average wind speed in August - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average wind speed in August: 27.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (28.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (21.6km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average humidity in August - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in August
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average rainfall in August - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average rainfall in August: 71mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (112mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (27mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average rainfall days in August - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average rainfall days in August: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.9 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average sea temperature in August - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average sea temperature in August: 29°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (26°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 9h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average sunshine days in August - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average sunshine days in August: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (11.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (4.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average UV index in August - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are March and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in August
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average cloud cover in August - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • Average cloud cover in August: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in August
Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

Average visibility in August - Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands
  • 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).

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Cockburn Town, Turks and Caicos Islands

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