August weather forecast
Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic

August sustains the hot season in Puerto Plata, recording the same highest temperature as in July. Contradictorily, there is a slight reduction in the rainfall, estimated to be around 67mm (2.64"). With the city basking under the sunny skies, weather conditions remain strikingly similar to those of the preceding month. This steadfast consistency of hot temperature and occasional rainfall serves to characterize August in Puerto Plata.

Temperature

Puerto Plata notes an average high temperature of a still hot 32.6°C (90.7°F) with the beginning of August, showing little difference from July. Puerto Plata usually reports an average low-temperature of 20.9°C (69.6°F) during the month of August.

Rainfall

In Puerto Plata, in August, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 67mm (2.64") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Puerto Plata, there are 116 rainfall days, and 1511mm (59.49") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In August, the average sea temperature in Puerto Plata is 29.1°C (84.4°F).
Note: Water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are regarded as very warm, ensuring all water activities are pleasurable for extended periods without feeling uneasy.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Puerto Plata is 12h and 47min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 19:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:58 AST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, are June through August, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Puerto Plata are March through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Ensure all key precautions. Defense against sun exposure is critical. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Even on cloudy days, a sunscreen with a minimum 30 sun protection factor should be generously applied and frequently re-applied, including after every swim or outdoor exercise. Take heed! Reflections of sand and water make the Sun's UV rays stronger.