August weather forecast
Grand Fond, Dominica

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Weather in August

Despite August getting the most rainfall, aspects of the weather nudge up, offering a twist in the climate tale. While maintaining a similar temperature range as July, August sees slightly longer sunshine hours. The city manages to soak in ten hours of pure sunshine, illuminating life in Grand Fond. However, it experiences a slight drop in wind speed, reflecting the changes of the season. Amidst weather variations, August remains an interesting time to visit Grand Fond.

Temperature

During August through October, Grand Fond experiences its peak temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 28.6°C (83.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index for August is estimated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are July and August, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall in Grand Fond. Rain falls for 20.2 days and accumulates 78mm (3.07") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Grand Fond, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:17 AST.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.4h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Grand Fond. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the hottest in Grand Fond?

August through October, when the average high-temperature reaches 28.6°C (83.5°F), are the warmest months.

Is it hot in Grand Fond during August?

During August, Grand Fond experiences an average high-temperature of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and a low-temperature of 26.6°C (79.9°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the most humid month in Grand Fond?

July and August, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Grand Fond, Dominica.

What is the average humidity in August in Grand Fond?

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Grand Fond?

The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 20.2 days and typically aggregates up to 78mm (3.07") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Grand Fond?

In Grand Fond, Dominica, during August, the rain falls for 20.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 78mm (3.07") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Grand Fond have in August?

In August, the average day length in Grand Fond is 12h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Grand Fond?

On the first day of August in Grand Fond, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:17 AST.

What month has the most sunshine in Grand Fond?

The month with the most sunshine in Grand Fond is August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Grand Fond have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Grand Fond, Dominica, is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Grand Fond?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Grand Fond?

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

What is the UV index intensity in August in Grand Fond?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Grand Fond is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Grand Fond, Dominica

Average temperature in August - Grand Fond, Dominica
  • Average high temperature in August: 28.6°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August, September and October (28.6°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 26.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (27.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (24.1°C).

Average pressure in August
Grand Fond, Dominica

Average pressure in August - Grand Fond, Dominica
  • Average pressure in August: 1014mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.1mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Grand Fond, Dominica

Average wind speed in August - Grand Fond, Dominica
  • Average wind speed in August: 23.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (20.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Grand Fond, Dominica

Average humidity in August - Grand Fond, Dominica
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (75%).

Average rainfall in August
Grand Fond, Dominica

Average rainfall in August - Grand Fond, Dominica
  • Average rainfall in August: 78mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (20mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Grand Fond, Dominica

Average rainfall days in August - Grand Fond, Dominica
  • Average rainfall days in August: 20.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (14.8 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Grand Fond, Dominica

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Grand Fond, Dominica
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Grand Fond, Dominica

Average sunshine days in August - Grand Fond, Dominica
  • Average sunshine days in August: 6.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (9.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (5.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Grand Fond, Dominica

Average UV index in August - Grand Fond, Dominica
  • 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).

Average cloud cover in August
Grand Fond, Dominica

Average cloud cover in August - Grand Fond, Dominica
  • Average cloud cover in August: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in August
Grand Fond, Dominica

Average visibility in August - Grand Fond, Dominica
  • 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).

Grand Fond, Dominica

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