August weather forecast
Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

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Weather in August

On venturing into August, Douglas Settlement experiences a modest rise in temperature to 5.5°C (41.9°F). The snowfall, however, seems to reach its peak in this rainy winter month. The weather stands at an interesting blend of marginally improved temperatures while being deemed the town's snowiest month. As September nears, a noticeable decrease in snowfall and an upward shift in temperature signal the approaching spring. Nevertheless, the transition of seasons brings about its own set of unique sceneries worth capturing, setting up for picturesque views around every corner.

Temperature

The unfolding of August in Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), shows an average high-temperature of a still icy 5.5°C (41.9°F), indicating a slight variance from July's 4.8°C (40.6°F). Douglas Settlement records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 2.3°C (36.1°F) in August, slightly lower than the daytime high.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Douglas Settlement is 81%.

Rainfall

In Douglas Settlement, in August, during 10.9 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Douglas Settlement, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.7 days and collects up to 299mm (11.77") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), are February, April through November. The month with the most snowfall in Douglas Settlement is August, when snow falls for 6.3 days and typically aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of snow.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 9h and 51min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 08:29 and sunset at 17:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 18:17 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Douglas Settlement is 4.2h.

UV index

April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Douglas Settlement during August?

August temperatures in Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), vary between a high-temperature of 5.5°C (41.9°F) and a low-temperature of 2.3°C (36.1°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Douglas Settlement?

In Douglas Settlement, the average relative humidity in August is 81%.

How many days does it rain in August in Douglas Settlement?

In Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), in August, during 10.9 rainfall days, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Douglas Settlement?

August is the month with the most snowfall in Douglas Settlement. Snow falls for 6.3 days and accumulates 36mm (1.42") of snow.

How much does it snow in Douglas Settlement in August?

In August, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout August, 36mm (1.42") of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in August in Douglas Settlement?

In Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), the average day length in August is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Douglas Settlement?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:29 and sunset at 17:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 18:17 -03.

How long on average sun shines in August in Douglas Settlement?

In Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), the average sunshine duration in August is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Douglas Settlement?

April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas).

What is the UV index intensity in August in Douglas Settlement?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas), is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average temperature in August - Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average high temperature in August: 5.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (12.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (4.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 2.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (8.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (1.8°C).

Average pressure in August
Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average pressure in August - Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average pressure in August: 1004.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1007mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (999.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average wind speed in August - Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average wind speed in August: 27.6km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May and November (28km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (26.1km/h).

Average humidity in August
Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average humidity in August - Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (72%).

Average rainfall in August
Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average rainfall in August - Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average rainfall in August: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (32mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (19mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average rainfall days in August - Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average rainfall days in August: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in August
Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average snowfall in August - Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average snowfall in August: 36mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (36mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, March and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in August
Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average snowfall days in August - Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average snowfall days in August: 6.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are July and August (6.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is January (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average daylight in August: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in August
Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average sunshine days in August - Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average UV index in August - Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average UV index in August: 2

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in August
Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average cloud cover in August - Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average cloud cover in August: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in August
Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

Average visibility in August - Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)
  • Average visibility in August: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (9km).

Douglas Settlement, Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas)

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