August weather forecast
Pont Cassé, Dominica

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Weather in August

Compared to July, August brings a slight respite from the rain in Pont Cassé. A modest drop in rainfall volume and frequency is observed. There is a slight reprieve in the muggy weather, with a tiny drop in humidity evident. While temperatures stay high, it's worth noting that the wind gust drops significantly, reaching a maximum of just 32.4km/h (20.1mph).

Temperature

Pont Cassé transitions into August recording an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.9°C (84°F), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. A mean low-temperature of 27.6°C (81.7°F) is anticipated during the month of August, a slight step down from the daytime high.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Pont Cassé are May through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Pont Cassé, during August, the rain falls for 22.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 90mm (3.54") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pont Cassé, Dominica, there are 261.3 rainfall days, and 724mm (28.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 38min.
On the first day of August in Pont Cassé, 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 18:18 AST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Pont Cassé. The months with the lowest UV index in Pont Cassé are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in August translates into these instructions:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. 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. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Pont Cassé during August?

In August, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Pont Cassé are 28.9°C (84°F) and 27.6°C (81.7°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).

What are the most humid months in Pont Cassé?

The months with the highest humidity are May through August and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in August in Pont Cassé?

In Pont Cassé, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.

How much does it rain in Pont Cassé in August?

In Pont Cassé, Dominica, in August, during 22.1 rainfall days, 90mm (3.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in August in Pont Cassé?

In Pont Cassé, the average day length in August is 12h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Pont Cassé?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, in Pont Cassé, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:18 AST.

What month has the most sunshine in Pont Cassé?

The month with the most sunshine in Pont Cassé, Dominica, is August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Pont Cassé have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Pont Cassé?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Pont Cassé, Dominica.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Pont Cassé?

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

How high is the UV index in August in Pont Cassé?

In Pont Cassé, the average daily maximum UV index in August 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
Pont Cassé, Dominica

Average temperature in August - Pont Cassé, Dominica
  • Average high temperature in August: 28.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (29°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (26.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 27.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (25.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Pont Cassé, Dominica

Average pressure in August - Pont Cassé, 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 (1012mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Pont Cassé, Dominica

Average wind speed in August - Pont Cassé, Dominica
  • Average wind speed in August: 23.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (20.2km/h).

Average humidity in August
Pont Cassé, Dominica

Average humidity in August - Pont Cassé, Dominica
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July, August and November (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (74%).

Average rainfall in August
Pont Cassé, Dominica

Average rainfall in August - Pont Cassé, Dominica
  • Average rainfall in August: 90mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (91mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (26mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Pont Cassé, Dominica

Average rainfall days in August - Pont Cassé, Dominica
  • Average rainfall days in August: 22.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (18.1 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Pont Cassé, Dominica

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Pont Cassé, 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in August
Pont Cassé, Dominica

Average sunshine days in August - Pont Cassé, Dominica
  • Average sunshine days in August: 4.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (6.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (1.3 days).

Average UV index in August
Pont Cassé, Dominica

Average UV index in August - Pont Cassé, 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
Pont Cassé, Dominica

Average cloud cover in August - Pont Cassé, Dominica
  • Average cloud cover in August: 42

The months with the most cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in August
Pont Cassé, Dominica

Average visibility in August - Pont Cassé, 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).

Pont Cassé, Dominica

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