August weather forecast
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

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Weather in August

August comes alive with the unmissable spectacle of increased rainfall, accumulating up to 21mm (0.83"). Ponta do Sol experiences some cooling down, reflected in the sea temperatures. Pressure levels hit their lowest for the year at 1013.3mb. Interestingly, daylight hours start to recede despite the brimming happenings of August climatic scene.

Temperature

Ponta do Sol experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a still warm 26°C (78.8°F) in August, closely aligned with July's 24.6°C (76.3°F). During August, the nighttime temperatures in Ponta do Sol align closely with the daytime averages, measuring a still moderately hot 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Humidity

July through September, with an average relative humidity of 82%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout August, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ponta do Sol, there are 39.3 rainfall days, and 91mm (3.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In August, the average sea temperature in Ponta do Sol is 25.7°C (78.3°F).
Note: For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Ponta do Sol is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of August in Ponta do Sol, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 19:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:54 -01.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Ponta do Sol is August, with an average of 7.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete 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. Alert! Sand and water increase UV exposure due to their reflective properties.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ponta do Sol in August?

Ponta do Sol in August has an average high-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

What is the most humid month in Ponta do Sol?

The months with the highest humidity in Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde, are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in August in Ponta do Sol?

The average relative humidity in August in Ponta do Sol is 82%.

How many days does it rain in August in Ponta do Sol?

In August, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout August, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in August in Ponta do Sol?

In August, the average sea temperature in Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde, is 25.7°C (78.3°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

What is the average length of the day in August in Ponta do Sol?

In August, the average day length is 12h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Ponta do Sol?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 19:13. On the last day of the month, in Ponta do Sol, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:54 -01.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ponta do Sol?

With an average of 7.5h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde.

How long on average sun shines in August in Ponta do Sol?

The average sunshine duration in August in Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde, is 7.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ponta do Sol?

January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Ponta do Sol.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Ponta do Sol?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Ponta do Sol is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in August
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average temperature in August - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average high temperature in August: 26°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (26.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (21.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 24.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (25.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (20.7°C).

Average pressure in August
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average pressure in August - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average pressure in August: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (1013.3mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average wind speed in August - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average wind speed in August: 18.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (28.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (18.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average humidity in August - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average humidity in August: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average rainfall in August - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall in August: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (31mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, April and May (1mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average rainfall days in August - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall days in August: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (9.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average sea temperature in August - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average sea temperature in August: 25.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is October (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (23.1°C).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average sunshine days in August - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average sunshine days in August: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (17.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average UV index in August - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average cloud cover in August - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • Average cloud cover in August: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in August
Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

Average visibility in August - Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde
  • 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).

Ponta do Sol, Cape Verde

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